What a night! Wonderfolk’s annual gala, The Big Takeoff, lit up AVENUE on October 8, 2025 with bold energy!

The night was brimming with inspiration, from heartfelt student stories and powerful video presentations to a vibrant dance performance by DJ Anjali and our very own board member Ami Goswami. Guests enjoyed a lively auction filled with experiences and prizes from local businesses, including Alaska Airlines flight tickets that added an extra touch of adventure to the evening!

Together, our community raised a record-breaking $127,000! This achievement fuels Wonderfolk’s mission to continue providing transformative, no-cost leadership and community engagement opportunities for youth, helping us deepen our impact and expand our reach in the year ahead.

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing partners who made the night possible: Si Señor Mexican Restaurant, Straightaway Cocktails, Breakside Brewery, Happy Mountain Kombucha, and Petit Monde Wine Merchant. And a special thank you to Alaska Airlines for sponsoring the event and supporting our students’ life-changing travel experiences.

Here’s to another year of impact, inspiration, and taking flight with Wonderfolk youth!