Save the Date!

It is said that play is the work of kids. On Friday, March 27, you can play to work FOR kids. A night of fun, laughter, and giving back awaits! Join us for Take a Chance for Kids, a game night fundraiser supporting KidVantage.

  • Friday, March 27, 2026
  • Blakely Hall, Issaquah Highlands
  • Doors open – 6:30 p.m.
  • Food, drinks, games, live auction, and more!
  • Ticket sales begin on February 11, 2026. Stay tuned!

 

Meet your Auctioneer!

Christine DeCastro, professional Benefit Auctioneer, is a vivacious go-getter committed to driving fundraising to an entirely new level for well deserving organizations.

A 2015 graduate of the World Wide College of Auctioneering, a member of the National Auction Association and a Benefit Auctioneer Specialist (less than 1% of Auctioneers throughout North America maintain this specialized designation and training in benefit auctions), Christine loves to have fun and ensures that donors do too! She holds a Political Science degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and has nearly 20 years of sales and marketing experience.

She is an avid volunteer who is passionate and ready to WOW your donors! Christine believes every benefit auction should leave you with a happy heart knowing that, together, you did your part to elevate your favorite organization to its highest potential.

Meet your Emcee!

Marlowe Dayley, a devoted father of four, has proudly called the Eastside home since 2003.

With a global perspective shaped by his international experiences, Marlowe boasts a rich educational background in Political Science, Math, Journalism, and Italian, complemented by an MBA. He is currently imparting his knowledge through teaching marketing and consulting.

A passionate advocate for KidVantage, Marlowe also actively supports theatre, education, and immigrant rights projects.