STARS Gala Auction - Eastside Catholic Event The STARS Gala Auction An evening of generosity, legacy and community. Thank you for making the 41st Annual STARS Gala Auction on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue such a memorable and meaningful event! We are so grateful for the incredible support of our EC community, friends, businesses and generous donors who helped make this signature event a success. Because of you, we are able to continue supporting academics, student programs, tuition assistance, scholarships, campus operations and so much more — all in service of taking care of our students. While the event has passed, it's not too late to still make an impact. Every gift, big or small, helps extend the lasting impact of this special evening. Thank you again for your generosity and support! MAKING A DIFFERENCE - RAISE YOUR PADDLE Make a Gift auction faq Be Inspired - Watch the MAD Video This short film captures the heart of our mission: creating a place where every student is known, supported and celebrated. As you watch, we hope you are moved by the stories, inspired by the impact and reminded of the difference we can make together. Loading from Vimeo... Growing the Pope Francis Endowment for Learning Supporting the Options Program From the moment Eastside Catholic opened its doors, support for diverse learners has been at the heart of EC. The Pope Francis Endowment for Learning provides lasting support for these students. At the auction, we want to highlight the Options Program, which provides personalized academic support and life-skills development for high school students with special needs. The Options Program has always been more than an initiative… more than a classroom… more than a program. It is a pillar of our school—a declaration that every student, every learner belongs. Rooted in our Catholic mission and the spirit that makes Eastside Catholic unique, this year’s Making a Difference (MAD) initiative will support the Options Program. Gifts to MAD 2026 will help grow the Pope Francis Endowment for Learning, creating enduring support for this vital work. Why It Matters This effort is about more than raising funds; it’s about building a more inclusive future for every student who walks our halls. Your support helps provide: Access to Catholic education for diverse learners Individualized instruction aligned with EC’s standard of excellence Peer tutor experiences that build leadership and empathy Meaningful inclusion across our school community Resources that help every learner thrive Focused resources and outreach to families of diverse learners seeking a Catholic high school experience Most importantly, you are investing in the kind of world we want our children to inherit. The ripple effect of this program touches every student, strengthening the Eastside Catholic community through compassion and belonging. To illustrate this impact, please reflect on these words from Peer Tutor Haylee Hunt. “Their presence in my life reminds me of what it means to love others and to truly live an authentic life in joy.” - Haylee Hunt, EC Senior and Options Program Peer Tutor Our Goal Is to Raise $250,000 You can double your impact through your company’s matching gift program—many employers match donations at 100% or more. Check with your benefits administrator to see if your gift qualifies. Eastside Catholic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and receives no state or local tax funding, making your contribution even more vital. Please raise your bid card at the Live Auction to support our Options Program through the Pope Francis Endowment for Learning Support. You can also make a donation via the link below. Make a Gift There will be many visiting Options Program alumni, alumni parents, Peer Tutors and current Options Program students and families at this year's STARS Gala Auction. Help us celebrate them and all they bring to our community, past and present—by raising your paddle and making a difference! THANK YOU 2026 SPONSORS! Diamond $15,000 Platinum $10,000 gold $5,000 silver $2,500 spirit $1,000