2019 Event Fact Sheet - Seattle Goodwill

2019 Event Fact Sheet

What is the Glitter Gala? The Glitter Gala is Seattle Goodwill's largest fundraising event of the year. All proceeds support our Job Training & Education programs that serve thousands of people in the North Puget Sound region. This year, we will celebrate the 12th anniversary of the Glitter Gala.

When & Where The Glitter Gala will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Bell Harbor International Conference Center.

Attendees Over 650 of Puget Sound's business and community leaders will attend. Tickets are $250 ($200 if purchased before September 20) or $350 (VIP) and must be pre-purchased. Sponsor table rosters must be submitted by October 4, 2019.

The Experience This spectacular evening features fine dining, a raffle of highvalue prize packages, silent auction, `bling toss', a professionally curated Glitter Sale Pop Up Shop and of course, the Glitter Gala Fashion Show. Guests will hear firsthand stories of how lives are changed, and will be asked to make a tax-deductible gift to support Goodwill's free job training and education programs.

All guests are kindly requested to make a minimum contribution of $250 during the Fund-a-Student portion of the event.

Attire Dress is semi-formal. Glitter is encouraged!

Beneficiary Event proceeds support Goodwill's programs, which help people with barriers to employment take steps toward a brighter future.

Goodwill ? What We Do

Fiscal Year 2018 Program Snapshot

5 Job Training & Education Centers 13,375 Individuals Served

Jobs change lives by providing a means to be independent, secure and confident. That is why Goodwill offers training & education as well as help finding a job. All completely FREE.

Program Participant Demographics

58% Female 72% People of Color 70% Below Federal Poverty Line 44% Receive Food Stamps 18% Justice System-Involved 13% Homeless 33% No High School Diploma/GED 59% Immigrants & Refugees 38 Average Age

The people who walk through our doors are a diverse group, but everyone is looking for the same thing - a better life. By coming to Goodwill, they take that first step towards their future. We help them create a path to get there.

Impact & Outcomes

1,720 Job Placements 450 Enrolled in Further Education 90 Students Received High School Diploma

Goodwill's job training and education programs benefit more than just our students ? they enrich our whole community. The workforce grows, and companies hire students knowing they are gaining a well-trained and dedicated employee.

Seattle Goodwill is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has served the Puget Sound region since 1923.

Seattle Goodwill | 700 Dearborn Place S., Seattle, WA 98144 (w) glittergala (e) rsvp@ (p) 206.726.5881

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