We are excited to announce our Annual Night Out for A Cause event
Revealing Possibilities Gala
A Night of Transforming Lives
Step into an enchanting evening where the breathtaking Seattle sunset casts a golden glow over the Visions Lounge at the Renaissance. Envision yourself surrounded by kindred spirits, engaging in lively conversations sparked by expertly crafted cocktails and delectable appetizers – the perfect prelude to an extraordinary night.
This unforgettable experience continues as we gather as a passionate community, united by a powerful mission: to ignite the potential within individuals with autism.
Distinguished table ambassadors will host you and your guests for an exquisite Northwest culinary journey, accompanied by the enchanting melodies of a live concert pianist and soloist. The excitement of the evening will build with fifteen exceptional live auction treasures and the delightful anticipation of a thrilling dessert dash.
Join fellow dedicated advocates for an electrifying night, bound by the profound purpose of empowering more autistic children and adults in Washington State to thrive and achieve their brightest futures.
MC & Auctioneer: Matt Lorch
3-time Emmy award-winning storyteller, online and TV host. Matt has a son with developmental disabilities who is nonverbal. He appreciates your support of WAA.
Musical Performance: Robert McPherson
Grammy Award winner for Best Opera and hailed by the New York Times for his “robust voice, agility and confidence,” Robert McPherson made his Metropolitan Opera debut as Basilio in Le Nozze di Figaro and stepped in as Idreno for Semiramide. McPherson has performed his self-written comic show, The Drunken Tenor, throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Explore Our Gala Menu
Hors D’oeuvres
Thai Vegetable Summer Rolls, Wrapped in Rice Paper with Sweet Chili Sauce
Assorted Sushi Rolls and Nigiri Sushi
Northwest Mushroom Tart, Beecher’s Flagship, Fresh Tarragon
Beef Tenderloin with Orgon Blue Cheese on Crostini
Salad Course
Field Greens with Cherry Tomatoes, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Quinoa and Champagne Vinaigrette
Main Course
Grilled Chili-rubbed New York Strip Steak
Roasted Shiitake Mushroom Ragout | Truffle Parmesan Risotto | Chef’s Seasonal Vegetables
Ponzu Tofu
Seared Tofu, Braised Bok Choy, Long Green Beans, Shiitake Mushrooms, Blistered Tomatoes, Citrus Reduction, Jasmine Rice
Seared Black Cod, Pan Seared, with Blueberry and Blackberry Chutney
Truffle Parmesan Risotto | Seasonal Vegetables
