Give to Grow: Fall Fundraiser | Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
An exciting evening out. A powerful cause. One unforgettable night.
Northshore Schools Foundation’s Give to Grow is the evening event of the year!
On Saturday, November 7th, gather with us at Sparkman Cellars for an elevated evening of live music, great wine, delicious foods, an exciting silent auction, small live auction, raffle and more! It’s all to raise funds to support and advance Northshore Schools Foundation’s service work for over 22,000 students across 36 schools and programs in the district.
Live music from Rear View Mirror. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, dessert buffet, and a glass of wine or beer, all included. Plus, real stories from the Northshore educators your dollars help every day.
We’re excited to have Ryan Sheaffer be our auctioneer and emcee for the evening!
Whether you’ve supported us for years or you’re joining for the first time, you’re welcome to attend Give to Grow!
Tickets are currently on sale. Buy them today and save Saturday, Nov. 7th!
Event Details
Date: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
Time: Doors open at 6:30pm. Event is 6:30 – 9:00pm
Cost: $90 per person
Location: Sparkman Cellars 14300 NE 145th St #102, Woodinville, WA 98072
Parking: Free in front of Sparkman Cellars
Dress code: Cocktail attire
Evening includes: Silent auction, small Live Auction, Raise the Paddle, Raffle, live music, and a chance to hear from some Northshore educators who have been impacted by our funding and support.
Food and drinks: Heavy hors d’oeuvres buffet, dessert buffet, non-alcoholic drinks, and one glass of wine or beer. Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options will be available. Extra wine and beer will be available for purchase.
Music: We’re excited to have Rear View Mirror at our event
Who’s invited: Long time and new supporters are welcome to join us! This fundraiser is for folks 21+ and wants an elevated evening out, all while supporting and raising funds for Northshore kids and educators.
What you need to bring: Credit card to pay for auction items and donations. Checks will also be accepted.
Do you have a special request or general question? Email: kimm@nsdfoundation.org or call our office: 425-408-7680
About Ryan Sheaffer
By day, Ryan Sheaffer is a Captain with the Kirkland Fire Department, where he has served since 2012. In 2020, he and his crew were among the first in the country to care for pandemic patients. By night, he is one of the Northwest’s most engaging auctioneers and emcees, with a résumé that includes a panel seat on FOX’s First Responders Live and guest roles on Scrubs and The Bachelorette.
Become an Event Sponsor
Give to Grow is Northshore Schools Foundation’s signature fall fundraising event, bringing together community members, NSD families, staff, and local leaders for an evening of generosity, connection, and student centered impact.
Become an event or item sponsor for Give to Grow and invest in Northshore students through the Foundation’s service work.
Get your name in front local Northshore residents, parents and guardians of current Northshore students, District leadership, business owners, and the Foundation’s current sponsors.
Questions? Email: kimm@nsdfoundation.org or call our office: 425-408-7680
Donate an Auction Item
Give to Grow will host a silent auction with exciting baskets and items for attendees to bid and win.
We welcome in-kind donations of all items, such as gift cards, professional services, travel, vacation stays, and local products.
For questions, contact: kimm@nsdfoundation.org or call our office: 425-408-7680
Can’t attend Give to Grow?
Make a donation to our service work and help Northshore kids, today!
Thank you for being All In for Kids!