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TONIGHT'S VIP TABLE

Take an incredible evening to the next level! The Alliance for Education is excited to offer you the chance to lavish a little extra luxury on your guests tonight with:

Special culinary upgrades to tonight’s menu, designed by Executive Chef Paul Shechuk, including an extra course and an intermezzo

Museum of Flight 50th anniversary etched double magnum (that’s 4 bottles of wine!)

A designated waiter to attend your table

Bottomless bubbles

A special gift bag for each guest to take home

Value: $2,000.00

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TWO TICKETS TO GOVERNOR INSLEE'S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY AT THE EXECUTIVE MANSION IN OLYMPIA

Join Governor Jay Inslee and First Lady Trudy Inslee for the Annual Holiday Reception at the Executive Mansion in Olympia. Take pleasure in the historic beauty of their home; enjoy beverages, appetizers, and the opportunity to mix and mingle with distinguished guests.

Value: $1,000.00

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ULTIMATE SEATTLE STAYCATION

Get away without going away with this glamorous night on the town!
The winning bidder will enjoy two of the best seats in the house to any show at the Paramount Theatre. The Paramount is a thriving landmark theater, which hosts an impressive line-up of touring Broadway shoes, as well as performance series of dance, jazz, live concerts, speakers, comedy, special events, and family shows.
Afterwards, discuss the show over dinner at El Gaucho.
No need to hurry home! This package also includes a stay in an Andra Superia King Room (valet parking included) at Hotel Andra.
Package includes:
•Two VIP tickets to any show at the Paramount Theatre, with access to the Paramount Club (with valet parking)
•$150 gift certificate to El Gaucho
•A one-night stay at Hotel Andra

Value: $978.00

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CLASSROOM VISIT WITH LOCAL CHILDREN'S AUTHOR BONNY BECKER

Do you have kids in Seattle Public Schools? Nieces or nephews? Friends' children? How would you like to surprise them with the opportunity to meet one of Seattle's most beloved children's authors in their own classroom this year?

Bonny Becker is the author of 17 award-winning children’s books, including the best-selling Mouse and Bear picture books. The first in the series, A Visitor for Bear, was a New York Times bestseller, winner of the E.B. White Read Aloud Award and the SCBWI Golden Kite. Her middle-grade book, The Magical Ms. Plum, won the 2010 Washington State Book Award for best book for young readers.

Bonny will visit one lucky SPS classroom this year for an in-class reading and Q & A.

Also included in this package: ten of Bonny's books to take home tonight!

Value: $750.00

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CHEF DINNER FOR 6 AT WILD GINGER’S NEW SATAY BAR WITH OWNER, RICK YODER

Wild Ginger unveiled its newest operation in August, featuring a huge satay bar. Your group of 6 will enjoy a private chef dinner at the new Wild Ginger McKenzie, sharing wonderful food and learning about the history of the dishes with owner Rick Yoder.
Recognized this year by the prestigious James Beard Foundation for their outstanding wine list, Wild Ginger has been a Seattle favorite since its first location opened in 1989. The pan-Asian restaurant has even held the title of #1 Most Popular Restaurant in the Pacific Northwest Region in the Zagat Guide for 11 consecutive years.

Value: $1,500.00

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ONE-NIGHT STAY IN THE FAIRMONT'S PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

Drive into the beautiful Grand Motor Entrance at the Fairmont Olympic hotel in downtown Seattle and leave your car with their famous valet team (complimentary overnight valet parking included)

Enter the hotel and take a tour through time. The beautiful lobby with its grand high ceilings evokes a bygone era filled with beauty and elegance. Take the grand staircase up to the Spanish Ballroom and Foyer where countless weddings, reception balls and grand events have been held.
Take the elevator to the 11th floor where you will call the Presidential Suite home for one night. As you enter through the double doors, you will be astounded by the opulence and beauty of this suite where Superstars, Presidents and Crown Royalty have lounged before you.

The next morning experience a luscious breakfast for two in the beauty of The Georgian Room with its signature 20-foot tall Palladian windows.

Value: $3,500.00

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SOUNDER'S BOX FOR 12

Scarves up! Get ready to cheer on the Seattle Sounders FC!

You and 11 guests will watch the Sounders from the luxury of a private suite at CenturyLink Field, including an HDTV, luxurious furnishings, private restrooms, wireless Internet access, perfect sight lines, heating during chilly weather and first class service. What better way to cheer on our hometown team?!

Four onsite parking passes are included with this package.

Value: $2,500.00

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VIP MARINERS' EXPERIENCE AND STAY AT HOTEL SORRENTO FOR FOUR

Root, root, root for the Seattle Mariners in premium seating at Safeco Field. You and three others will enjoy a game in the 2019 season within the first six rows of the action.

Come cheer on Felix Hernandez, Robinson Cano, Nelson Cruz, and your other favorite Seattle Mariners players as they slug out another season.

In addition, you will go home tonight with a signed Felix baseball and a Mariners baseball cap to put up in your personal Mariners’ Hall of Fame.

This VIP experience does not end at the ballpark. Following the game, head over to Hotel Sorrento for an evening of rest and relaxation, followed by breakfast in the Dunbar Room the next morning.

Package Includes:
•4 Commissioner Box seats, parking included
•Signed Felix Hernandez baseball
•Overnight Stay for 4 at Hotel Sorrento and breakfast in the Dunbar Room

Value: $1,199.00

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BEN BRIDGE DIAMOND TENNIS BRACELET

Leave the one you love breathless when you present them with this brilliant diamond tennis bracelet set in 14kt white gold.

This piece features a box setting for each diamond, which combined is a minimum of 2 carats (2.0cttw) and approximately 7 inches long.

Value: $4,999.00

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Discount Bronze Sponsor

Value: $1,250.00

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	1	TONIGHT'S VIP TABLE Take an incredible evening to the next level! The Alliance for Education is excited to offer you the chance to lavish a little extra luxury on your guests tonight with: Special culinary upgrades to tonight’s menu, designed by Executive Chef Paul Shechuk, including an extra course and an intermezzo Museum of Flight 50th anniversary etched double magnum (that’s 4 bottles of wine!) A designated waiter to attend your table Bottomless bubbles A special gift bag for each guest to take home Value: $2,000.00
	2	TWO TICKETS TO GOVERNOR INSLEE'S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY AT THE EXECUTIVE MANSION IN OLYMPIA Join Governor Jay Inslee and First Lady Trudy Inslee for the Annual Holiday Reception at the Executive Mansion in Olympia. Take pleasure in the historic beauty of their home; enjoy beverages, appetizers, and the opportunity to mix and mingle with distinguished guests. Value: $1,000.00
	3	ULTIMATE SEATTLE STAYCATION Get away without going away with this glamorous night on the town! The winning bidder will enjoy two of the best seats in the house to any show at the Paramount Theatre. The Paramount is a thriving landmark theater, which hosts an impressive line-up of touring Broadway shoes, as well as performance series of dance, jazz, live concerts, speakers, comedy, special events, and family shows. Afterwards, discuss the show over dinner at El Gaucho. No need to hurry home! This package also includes a stay in an Andra Superia King Room (valet parking included) at Hotel Andra. Package includes: •Two VIP tickets to any show at the Paramount Theatre, with access to the Paramount Club (with valet parking) •$150 gift certificate to El Gaucho •A one-night stay at Hotel Andra Value: $978.00
	4	CLASSROOM VISIT WITH LOCAL CHILDREN'S AUTHOR BONNY BECKER Do you have kids in Seattle Public Schools? Nieces or nephews? Friends' children? How would you like to surprise them with the opportunity to meet one of Seattle's most beloved children's authors in their own classroom this year? Bonny Becker is the author of 17 award-winning children’s books, including the best-selling Mouse and Bear picture books. The first in the series, A Visitor for Bear, was a New York Times bestseller, winner of the E.B. White Read Aloud Award and the SCBWI Golden Kite. Her middle-grade book, The Magical Ms. Plum, won the 2010 Washington State Book Award for best book for young readers. Bonny will visit one lucky SPS classroom this year for an in-class reading and Q & A. Also included in this package: ten of Bonny's books to take home tonight! Value: $750.00
	5	CHEF DINNER FOR 6 AT WILD GINGER’S NEW SATAY BAR WITH OWNER, RICK YODER Wild Ginger unveiled its newest operation in August, featuring a huge satay bar. Your group of 6 will enjoy a private chef dinner at the new Wild Ginger McKenzie, sharing wonderful food and learning about the history of the dishes with owner Rick Yoder. Recognized this year by the prestigious James Beard Foundation for their outstanding wine list, Wild Ginger has been a Seattle favorite since its first location opened in 1989. The pan-Asian restaurant has even held the title of #1 Most Popular Restaurant in the Pacific Northwest Region in the Zagat Guide for 11 consecutive years. Value: $1,500.00
	6	ONE-NIGHT STAY IN THE FAIRMONT'S PRESIDENTIAL SUITE Drive into the beautiful Grand Motor Entrance at the Fairmont Olympic hotel in downtown Seattle and leave your car with their famous valet team (complimentary overnight valet parking included) Enter the hotel and take a tour through time. The beautiful lobby with its grand high ceilings evokes a bygone era filled with beauty and elegance. Take the grand staircase up to the Spanish Ballroom and Foyer where countless weddings, reception balls and grand events have been held. Take the elevator to the 11th floor where you will call the Presidential Suite home for one night. As you enter through the double doors, you will be astounded by the opulence and beauty of this suite where Superstars, Presidents and Crown Royalty have lounged before you. The next morning experience a luscious breakfast for two in the beauty of The Georgian Room with its signature 20-foot tall Palladian windows. Value: $3,500.00
	7	SOUNDER'S BOX FOR 12 Scarves up! Get ready to cheer on the Seattle Sounders FC! You and 11 guests will watch the Sounders from the luxury of a private suite at CenturyLink Field, including an HDTV, luxurious furnishings, private restrooms, wireless Internet access, perfect sight lines, heating during chilly weather and first class service. What better way to cheer on our hometown team?! Four onsite parking passes are included with this package. Value: $2,500.00
	8	VIP MARINERS' EXPERIENCE AND STAY AT HOTEL SORRENTO FOR FOUR Root, root, root for the Seattle Mariners in premium seating at Safeco Field. You and three others will enjoy a game in the 2019 season within the first six rows of the action. Come cheer on Felix Hernandez, Robinson Cano, Nelson Cruz, and your other favorite Seattle Mariners players as they slug out another season. In addition, you will go home tonight with a signed Felix baseball and a Mariners baseball cap to put up in your personal Mariners’ Hall of Fame. This VIP experience does not end at the ballpark. Following the game, head over to Hotel Sorrento for an evening of rest and relaxation, followed by breakfast in the Dunbar Room the next morning. Package Includes: •4 Commissioner Box seats, parking included •Signed Felix Hernandez baseball •Overnight Stay for 4 at Hotel Sorrento and breakfast in the Dunbar Room Value: $1,199.00
	9	BEN BRIDGE DIAMOND TENNIS BRACELET Leave the one you love breathless when you present them with this brilliant diamond tennis bracelet set in 14kt white gold. This piece features a box setting for each diamond, which combined is a minimum of 2 carats (2.0cttw) and approximately 7 inches long. Value: $4,999.00
	10	Discount Bronze Sponsor Value: $1,250.00