Reach for the Stars!

Washington County Kids' online auction begins one week before our in-person gala and ends during the event. Please participate in our auction and then join us on Thursday, August 4 from 6-8 pm PST for our fun-filled in-person gala (you do not need to attend the gala to participate in the auction, but we hope you will!) Register for your ticket here: www.eventbrite.com/e/washington-county-kids-reach-for-the-stars-tickets-371545100397

WCK supports out-of-school time (OST) programs by improving how they serve youth who need them and increasing the number of children they are able to serve. Funds are needed to support coordination and training activities and to inform the public about the need to increase access.

Washington County Kids (WCK)'s mission is to increase access to quality out of school time (OST) programs that equip Washington County children for success. To achieve a world where all children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential, WCK fills an important need in the county by serving as the only county-wide coordinator serving afterschool and summer OST programs and is also a liaison to the county’s early learning hub. In this role, WCK 1) coordinates communication among OST programs and school districts, parents, and the general public, 2) serves as a centralized resource for OST providers, 3) expands awareness of the need for and value of OST programs, and 4) encourages the use of best practices. While WCK supports all quality OST programs, most of which are nonprofit, it intentionally focuses on increasing access for underserved populations with limited financial resources.

We will be Reaching for the Stars on Thursday, August 4th from 6-8 pm at Montinore Estate winery. we Reach for the Stars at Montinore Estate winery. You will be able to enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres including Stuffed Mushrooms, Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip with Sliced Baguettes, Smoked Salmon on Toast with Lemon Dill Butter, Beef & Pork Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce, Open Faced Finger Sandwiches, and much more! Plus, we will have all of our silent auction items on view. We have amazing deals including a movie basket, a wine and beer basket, original art objects, jewelry, restaurant gift certificates, and toys for kids and a raffle of Montinore wine. Plus, we will have a photo booth—just for fun! Plus, messages from provider partners and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and Senator Jeff Merkley. Plus, our first LIVE auction featuring trips to Bali, South Africa, and Italy; a wine tasting experience, and a weekend at the Oregon coast. Plus, live music, great atmosphere, Montinore’s special wine, and friends. It is also an opportunity to support our dedicated work to increase access to quality out of school time programs for kids in Washington County. You don’t want to miss it! Get your tickets now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/washington-county-kids-reach-for-the-stars-tickets-371545100397