The Washington Open Auction is our school’s biggest fundraiser of the year—and it’s also one of the most fun! A lot of heart and hard work goes into making this night a success, and we truly can’t do it without everyone here.

There are so many ways to contribute—whether it’s donating, volunteering, hosting a party, or just showing up to bid and celebrate. In recent years, thanks to this incredible community, we’ve raised over $100,000 in one night!

You’ll be hearing more from our auction committee and your class auction reps, who will be your go-to people for getting involved. Please support your class auction reps—they’re the point person for your classroom and will be guiding your class’s contributions, like the art project or auction baskets or events. They’ll need input and support from all of you to bring these projects to life, so stay connected and lend a hand however you can!

If you’ve done fundraising or auction work before—or if you’re just curious and want to learn more—we’d love to have you join us. It truly takes a village, and every bit of support makes a difference!

The WO Auction supports the majority of programs that make the school an enriching and special environment for our families.

Here are some programs that you are supporting:

• 45% of the cost of Field Trips (increased from 40%!)

• Classroom funds

• Art & Music education

• Ceramics

• Leadership Training

• Yard Duty

• Community Service Groups (Safety Patrol, Student Council, Green Team, Reader Leaders)

• Project Cornerstone & Social Emotional Programs

• Science Fair

• Technology

• And much, much more! (85% of the WOPFG budget)