Please join us for a dazzling evening to support the life-changing research that will one day achieve our dream: a world without type 1 diabetes. Here are just a few of the extraordinary Live Auction items that will be available at this year’s 30th Anniversary Dream Gala, and a raffle opportunity that will dazzle you. If you are interested in attending this year’s Dream Gala, bidding on one of these Live Auction packages, or learning more about this incredible event please visit the 30th Anniversary Dream Gala.

 

30th Anniversary Dream Gala Raffle and Live Auction Sneak Peek:

 

Believe in Dreams Raffle

Winner Picks the Prize!

Tickets: $100 each

What’s better than winning diamonds? Getting to choose which diamonds you win! The winner of tonight’s raffle will choose between three stunning pieces from Gordon James Fine Diamonds Jewels. From a brilliant bangle, to shimmering pear-cut pendant, to dazzling drop earrings … each is valued at $20,000. How will you ever choose?

The gorgeous, handmade seamless 18K yellow gold bangle bracelet is crafted with 78 meticulously matched I color, VS clarity diamonds, weighing a total of 3.78 carats.

The pendant is made in 18K yellow gold. It features a 2.06 carat, light yellow pear cut diamond. There are an additional 22 E/F color, VS clarity, round cut diamonds surrounding it in a halo, weighing 0.33 carats.

The elegant dangle earrings are set in platinum and feature round, marquise and trilliant-cut diamonds which sway in the handmade platinum setting. The total diamond weight is 3.16 carats.

Gordon and Gretchen Raine’s fine jewelry store in historic Old Town Bellevue showcases the most beautiful rare diamonds and gemstones in the world. Our sincere thanks for their generous donation of our raffle prize.

Raffle tickets will be charged to your bid number. Payment may be made beginning at 10pm at item checkout on level two in the Cedar B Room.

If you wish to purchase tickets prior to March 9, please contact Betsy Eldridge at beldridge@jdrf.org or 206-780-2245 to purchase and make your payment.

Raffle prize may not be refunded for cash value or exchanged. Winning ticket will be drawn after the Live Auction on March 9, 2019. Winner need not be present to win.

 

Believe in Dreams Live Auction:

Delta Air Lines’ Bucket List Trip for Two

Choose Your European Adventure

The world is at your feet with this amazing item from Delta Air Lines, in honor of the JDRF Seattle Guild’s 30^th Anniversary! Imagine the fun you’ll have – or the look on your beloved’s face – as you choose your own adventure from a list of ten magnificent European cities.

Your journey begins with the winning bid tonight – that’s the easy part! But how will you choose between these dream destinations?

Amsterdam

London

Paris

Rome

Brussels

Copenhagen

Lisbon

Prague

Stockholm

Vienna

With a generous 300,000 Marriott Bonvoy points at your disposal, you’ll select from some of the finest hotels in the world for your home base as you embark on your bucket list adventure.

Includes:

Your package includes two round-trip tickets for flights between Seattle and your destination, chosen from the list above, in the comfort and luxury of Delta One®:

• Sky Priority^® service at check-in, security, boarding, and baggage
• Delta Sky Club^® and partner lounge access
• Dedicated cabin and flight attendant
• Private, 180° flat-bed seat with Westin Heavenly bedding
• In-seat 110-volt and USB outlets, larger entertainment screens, noise-canceling headphones, and a TUMI kit with Kiehl’s products
• Seasonal, route-inspired, chef-curated menus with local ingredients served on Alessi service ware and rotating wines selected by our Master Sommelier

Travel certificates can be used for travel between US and Europe on a Delta-marketed flight. Delta Air Lines credit voucher is valid one year from the date of issue March 29, 2019  in Delta One® (Z class), and are based on flight availability.  Where applicable, domestic connecting flights may be in First Class instead of Delta One. Winners are responsible for taxes and fees upon booking.  Not eligible for upgrades or SkyMiles mileage accrual.

Additional Amenities:

• 300,000 Marriott Bonvoy points
• 2 round-trip tickets on Delta One®
• Priority check-in and boarding

Value: $10,680

Thank you:

Delta Air Lines & Sheraton Grand Seattle

 

Go Speed Racer Go!

ProFormance Racing School Day for 16

Indulge your need for speed with this flat-out spectacular event! You and your lucky friends will spend a private day at the race track getting some of the finest driver training available. You’ll navigate the nine-turn road course of Pacific Raceways in a school racing sedan – or your own car – with a professional instructor riding with you. Your curriculum includes advanced car control, street survival, proactive driving techniques, and high-performance driving on the road course. Whether you dream of competing, or just want to be a sharper, safer driver, you’ll take away new skills and great memories.

Your full day runs from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; please arrange a mutually agreeable date.

Includes:

Private use of Pacific Raceways for 16

ProFormance Racing School class

High Performance Driving Clinic

Unlimited use of school racing sedans

Use of helmets, radios, and other equipment

Flag marshals and instructors

Group photo

Catered breakfast and lunch

Value: $12,000

Thank you:

ProFormance Racing School

Donna and Don Kitch, Jr.

Yahn Bernier and Beth McCaw

 

7-Day VIP Mediterranean Cruise for Two

Seabourn Luxury Cruise Line

An extraordinary voyage awaits you as you gaze at the sunny Mediterranean from the private balcony of your luxurious Veranda Suite. Seabourn pioneered small-ship, ultra-luxury cruising with their fleet of intimate, all-suite ships that each carry fewer than 600 guests. That smaller size enables distinctive itineraries to destinations that are inaccessible to larger ships, including must-see cities and hidden gems. Choose your voyage from the wide selection of seven-day Mediterranean itineraries, including Monaco to Barcelona; Venice to Athens; Barcelona to Rome with stops in St. Tropez and Monte Carlo and more!

Your Veranda Suite includes a spacious bathroom with tub and shower, dining table, walk-in closet, welcome Champagne and fresh fruit, fully stocked refrigerator, bar stocked with your preferences, and a personal suite steward. Since you’re a VIP, you’ll also enjoy spa treatments, a bridge tour, open bar and fine wines with meals, and more. You’ll see why Seabourn has just won its tenth Conde Nast Traveler’s Reader’s Choice Award for Best Small-Ship Cruise Line! 

Includes:

7-day Mediterranean Cruise for Two

Spa Treatments for two

Bridge Tour

Transfers to & from airport

Winning bidder may upgrade accommodations based on availability 30 days in advance of departure, paying the difference in fares. Airfare not included. Seabourn strongly suggests trip cancellation/interruption insurance, as the company will not waive penalties for cancellation within a penalty period or extend the donation.

Value: $15,000

Thank you:

Seabourn

 

If you are interested in learning more or bidding on any of these particular Live Auction packages please contact Krista Thomson at kthomson@jdrf.org or 206-708-2237.