Mark your calendar and get ready to Gather & Give!

Last year, we reimagined our spring fundraiser as Gather & Give, an event designed to be more inclusive and impactful. Thanks to our community’s incredible participation, it was a tremendous success, bringing together families, friends, and the greater Jewish community in celebration and support of JDS. This year, we’re excited to build on that momentum with another unforgettable evening of generosity and joy to support our students and the future of Jewish education.

While we’ve streamlined the live auction portion of the program to allow more time for community-building, you can still enjoy your favorite fundraising activities, including raffles, games, art projects, and dessert dash. Giving for the evening will conclude with a community paddle raise inviting everyone to support JDS. Gifts of all sizes are meaningful.

Venue
We’re hosting Gather & Give at Pickering Barn in Issaquah, a warm and inviting venue close to JDS and many of our families. Pickering Barn also offers free onsite parking.

What to Expect

• Cocktail Hour (4:30): Enjoy an open bar, delicious passed appetizers, games, live music, student art projects, an exciting photo booth, and the opportunity to make connections with our amazing community!
• Dinner & Program (6:00): Enjoy a family-style kosher meal prepared by our Vaad-certified caterer. Our program will spotlight our mission, share powerful stories, and feature a special community paddle raise inviting everyone to support JDS!
• After-Party (7:30): Keep the celebration going with more opportunities to mix and mingle! 

Pricing
Our tiered ticket pricing ensures that every family has the opportunity to be part of Gather & Give. Registration will open in early January.

Dress
Cocktail attire is highly encouraged; cowboy boots are optional.

Sponsorships
Sponsorship of Gather & Give provides critical funding that enables us to elevate the evening's impact by underwriting predetermined costs of the event. These partnerships offer opportunities for visibility and recognition within our community, showcasing a shared dedication to education, Jewish values, and the empowerment of future leaders. Visit our sponsorship page for more information.

Security
There will be several security personnel at the event to ensure the safety of our guests.

Questions?
Email development@jds.org or call 425-460-0200.

Todah rabah!
We can’t wait to see you there as we gather and give to make a difference!