MARY’S PLACE

Non-Profit Event Management

THE PROJECT

The 2019 SHINE Gala was Mary’s Place’s inaugural fundraising event aimed at supporting its mission to provide shelter and services to families experiencing homelessness in Seattle.

THE APPROACH

SHW worked in partnership with Mary’s Place’s internal planning team to help bring this inaugural event to life. The event featured a gala dinner at Bell Harbor’s Elliott Hall, inspiring speeches, and live entertainment, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that celebrated community support and the resilience of families. Attendees enjoyed a gourmet dinner by renowned chefs, with many expenses underwritten by donors to maximize funds for Mary’s Place. Throughout the evening, guests connected deeply with the mission of Mary’s Place by hearing personal stories from the children and families who have benefited from its support.

THE IMPACT

By leveraging SHW’s expertise and connections, the gala raised over $2 million (well beyond its target goal of $500,000), with a highlight being Amazon’s donation of a future 63,000-square-foot shelter space, boosting Mary’s Place’s capacity by 50%.

SHW SERVICES

Strategic Event Consulting, Sponsorship & Fundraising Support, Volunteer & Board Member Collaboration & Fulfillment, Production Management, Venue/Facility Management, Food & Beverage Management, Décor & Entertainment Management

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Mini-Documentary Video Production

Global Sales Conference Planning

Seattle Fundraising Gala

Wellness Festival Event Management

SXSW Cultural Activation

Virtual Gala & Talent Show

Annual Incentive Program: Seattle

Dental Conference Production

CSR Give Back Event

Incentive Travel Program: Cancún

Wellness Summit Event Production

Corporate Sales Kick Off

User Conference Event Management

Incentive Travel Program: Rome

Alaska Cruise Incentive Trip

All-Star Seattle Brunch Event

All Hands Meeting Management

Annual All Hands Meeting

Fan Activation Events

Corporate Seattle Holiday Party

Virtual In-House Conference

Seattle Closing Party

Thought Leadership Conference Production

Sporting Event Transportation Logistics

Virtual Company Kickoff

Incentive Travel Program: Costa Rica

Incentive Travel Program: Seattle

Corporate Event Management Partnership