Text DISCO to 71760
Follow the call of the disco ball.NOW!
Register for free.* Once registered, purchase your ticket to the in-person event. Pay-what-you-can pricing $30, $50, or $75 per ticket, adults only. March 31 Last day to purchase Limited Edition Auction Merch Monday, April 10 Last day to purchase tickets to the in-person event. Wednesday, April 19 Mobile bidding opens! Browse and bid on silent auction items, purchase spots in our Sign-Up Parties, and buy split-the-pot raffle tickets. Friday, April 28
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Pick up your winnings curbside at Salmon Bay on Thursday, May 4 (3-5 p.m.) & Sunday, May 7 (3-5 pm). No need to pick up sign-up party purchases. Simply mark your calendar for the party you purchased and your party host will contact you prior to that date with additional details.
* A credit card is required for registration. Your card will not be charged unless you decide to purchase items or make a donation. Charges will occur after the auction completes.
Don't miss the opportunity to party this spring!
Our much anticipated Auction Sign-Up Party Tickets go ON SALE Wednesday, April 19 at 7 a.m.! Space in each party is limited and parties do sell out. If you've never attended a Salmon Bay Auction Sign-Up Party, here's how they work:
- Browse the party summaries below.
- After you've registered (text DISCO to 71760!), you can read the full party offerings and purchase your party ticket(s).
- Mark your calendar for the party's date & time
- Prior to the party's date, your host will reach out with an official invite and any needed details
- Attend the party and have a great time!
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The FOSB auction, held each spring, is one of our largest fundraisers of the year. It’s not like other fancy charity auctions you may have been to . . . Salmon Bay knows how to put the “fun” in “fundraiser”! Our adults-only auction is a fantastic way to connect with other Salmon Bay parents, strengthen our sense of community, support our school, and enjoy a great night out! Your support of our auction will help us go beyond the funding that is provided by the school district.
Mobile bidding + the return of our in-person event = a brand-new auction for 2023!
We’re keeping some of the most popular parts of our past in-person auctions, as well as some features of our 2021 and 2022 virtual auctions. Plus, we’re making a few fun updates to create a fun, new auction experience that will still feel familiar. Together, we'll come together virtually and in-person to raise funds in support of our students, staff and families.
Mobile bidding + the return of our in-person event = a brand-new auction for 2023!
We’re keeping some of the most popular parts of our past in-person auctions, as well as some features of our 2021 and 2022 virtual auctions. Plus, we’re making a few fun updates to create a fun, new auction experience that will still feel familiar. Together, we'll come together virtually and in-person to raise funds in support of our students, staff and families.
- Keeping: mobile bidding on the go; auction party experiences to purchase at all different price points and group sizes; a split-the-pot raffle; a wacky, in-person event for our adult community!
- Removing: pre-COVID potluck, sit-down tables
- Adding: appetizers instead of dinner, a new event venue, and YOU!!!!
Q: What do I bring to the auction?
A: You don't need to bring a thing!
Q: What do I wear to the auction?
A: Our auction is always come as you are, or you can dress to fit the theme. Costumes and creativity are highly encouraged!
Q: What is a Fund-a-Need?
A: At each Salmon Bay annual auction, our community raises their paddles to fund a special initiative within the school. These fund-a-needs have provided much-needed funds for classroom supplies, counseling services, teacher mini-grants, and more. This year, we’re raising money for scholarships to benefit all students, kindergarteners through eighth graders. Read more about the 2023 Fund-a-Need here and how you can donate.
Q: What is FOSB? What does the auction income support?
A: Every adult in our school community is a member of FOSB (Friends of Salmon Bay). As a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), we all belong. There are no dues to pay and everyone is welcome to participate in supporting our school with your ideas, your time, your funds and in activities, events and meetings. All income from the auction supports the FOSB budget for the next school year. Did you know FOSB funds:
Q: Does the auction have sponsors?
A: Yes, we accept sponsorships that support the mission of Salmon Bay K8. Auction sponsorships may be offered by a business or individual. For businesses, sponsorship levels start at $750. Contact our Auction Chair for information.
Q: Who plans the auction? Can I help?
A: The Auction Committee works nearly year-round to create the auction experience. We develop the theme, find the venue, hire professional vendors, brainstorm strategic fundraising opportunities, test and tweak our bidding technology, create decor, and look for ways to embrace the wacky fun spirit of a Salmon Bay Auction to make it a unique experience for our community. Each year, the team is comprised of many lead roles including, but not limited to, procurement, decor, sign-up parties, bar planning, food support, signage, data entry, copy editing, photography, hosting item pick-up events, graphic design, procured item pick-up, and fundraising game development. And, in every year, we need more volunteers! In short, we are a vibrant team that has a great time meeting as needed and we welcome all interested Salmon Bay adults to consider being a part of the team. If we don't have an established role for you, we'll find a new one that fits your interest and the time you have to give (no matter how small or large). Please contact Auction Chair Shelby Reynolds with questions or to express interest in creating the 2023-24 auction.
Q: Do you need day-of volunteers to help at the auction this year?
A: Yes! Please watch the weekly school bulletin in the weeks ahead for an opportunity to sign up! We'll need some set-up help on April 28 from the hours of 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m., some at-event help to run our activities, and clean-up, during the hours of 7-11 p.m. Thanks for considering!
A: You don't need to bring a thing!
Q: What do I wear to the auction?
A: Our auction is always come as you are, or you can dress to fit the theme. Costumes and creativity are highly encouraged!
Q: What is a Fund-a-Need?
A: At each Salmon Bay annual auction, our community raises their paddles to fund a special initiative within the school. These fund-a-needs have provided much-needed funds for classroom supplies, counseling services, teacher mini-grants, and more. This year, we’re raising money for scholarships to benefit all students, kindergarteners through eighth graders. Read more about the 2023 Fund-a-Need here and how you can donate.
Q: What is FOSB? What does the auction income support?
A: Every adult in our school community is a member of FOSB (Friends of Salmon Bay). As a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), we all belong. There are no dues to pay and everyone is welcome to participate in supporting our school with your ideas, your time, your funds and in activities, events and meetings. All income from the auction supports the FOSB budget for the next school year. Did you know FOSB funds:
- community building activities for students and families
- committee work that fosters diversity, inclusion and education within our school community
- a generous annual grant to Salmon Bay school that helps to close the gap in funding between what the district provides and what it costs to staff the school, purchase supplies and enhance curriculum
- scholarships to ensure that every student has access to our school's unique programs such as WEP (Winter Enrichment Program), camps for every grade level, and co-curricular field trips that extend classroom learning
- yearbooks for all students
- complimentary staff tickets for our annual auction
- and so much more!
Q: Does the auction have sponsors?
A: Yes, we accept sponsorships that support the mission of Salmon Bay K8. Auction sponsorships may be offered by a business or individual. For businesses, sponsorship levels start at $750. Contact our Auction Chair for information.
Q: Who plans the auction? Can I help?
A: The Auction Committee works nearly year-round to create the auction experience. We develop the theme, find the venue, hire professional vendors, brainstorm strategic fundraising opportunities, test and tweak our bidding technology, create decor, and look for ways to embrace the wacky fun spirit of a Salmon Bay Auction to make it a unique experience for our community. Each year, the team is comprised of many lead roles including, but not limited to, procurement, decor, sign-up parties, bar planning, food support, signage, data entry, copy editing, photography, hosting item pick-up events, graphic design, procured item pick-up, and fundraising game development. And, in every year, we need more volunteers! In short, we are a vibrant team that has a great time meeting as needed and we welcome all interested Salmon Bay adults to consider being a part of the team. If we don't have an established role for you, we'll find a new one that fits your interest and the time you have to give (no matter how small or large). Please contact Auction Chair Shelby Reynolds with questions or to express interest in creating the 2023-24 auction.
Q: Do you need day-of volunteers to help at the auction this year?
A: Yes! Please watch the weekly school bulletin in the weeks ahead for an opportunity to sign up! We'll need some set-up help on April 28 from the hours of 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m., some at-event help to run our activities, and clean-up, during the hours of 7-11 p.m. Thanks for considering!
Limited Edition and Limited Quantities! 2023 Auction Merch that pays tribute to the volunteer efforts FOSB events & activities have been built on.
On Sale NOW and only through March 31 at 11 p.m. Purchase in the mobile bidding platform by clicking on the button titled "All Items for Sale." Register by texting DISCO to 71760. All proceeds benefit our school community.
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Follow the call of the disco ball all year long in this comfortable and environmentally conscious crewneck sweatshirt. This Hanes Eco Crew uses recycled materials to create a midweight blended fabric and features unisex sizing. The art on the back of the sweatshirt says "Before we followed the call of the disco ball..." and lists every annual FOSB auction theme back to 2006, with a call out that all of FOSB's activities are parent & teacher powered.
Only available for purchase during the month of March. Sales close March 31 at 11 p.m. All pre-purchased auction merch will be ready for pick up at the in-person auction event on April 28. If you're not attending the event, please pick up your purchase at one of our early May curbside pick-up events.
Crewneck T-shirts and sweatshirts available in adult sizes Small, Medium, Large and X-Large.
Sweatshirt price: $40 per. T-shirt price: $25 per.
Only available for purchase during the month of March. Sales close March 31 at 11 p.m. All pre-purchased auction merch will be ready for pick up at the in-person auction event on April 28. If you're not attending the event, please pick up your purchase at one of our early May curbside pick-up events.
Crewneck T-shirts and sweatshirts available in adult sizes Small, Medium, Large and X-Large.
Sweatshirt price: $40 per. T-shirt price: $25 per.
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Please read the sizing guides. Fabric is 50/50 (poly cotton) and pre-shrunk. All sales are final regardless of fit.
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