Gala & Auction

a vibrant community celebration and the school’s largest annual fundraiser

Bringing together FASPS families, friends, and supporters for an unforgettable evening of connection and generosity.

A woman in a floral dress is standing and smiling at a formal event, holding a sign that says '2018,' while guests seated at tables and clapping are visible in the background.
A group of women in elegant dresses standing on a stage at a formal event, with some looking at a woman speaking at a podium.

At our Annual Gala & Auction, guests will enjoy an exciting evening featuring specialty cocktails, a Golden Ticket opportunity, silent and live auctions, Fund-A-Needs, a Dessert Dash, unique Gala art projects, and dancing late into the night—all while supporting our beloved school. 

There are many ways to support the Gala, including attending the event, donating or procuring auction items or experiences, making a cash donation, purchasing a sponsorship, supporting a Fund-A-Need, bidding in the online or live auctions, participating in raffle ticket sales, or volunteering. Every contribution helps make this event a success and supports our students, faculty and staff, programs, and community. 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Each spring FASPS holds a large fundraising event: the Gala & Auction. The funds raised at the Gala are vital to the school and help support our 2025-2026  Annual operating expenses, except for the Fund-A-Needs. Gala & Auction funds help cover the costs that make FASPS an extraordinary learning environment and strengthen our school’s program. 

  • The Gala & Auction provides such a special moment of connection and unity for our school. All parents are strongly encouraged to participate and to invite their friends and family! Many friends of FASPS and Parents of Alumni attend the event in person or participate in the Online Auction, which runs a week before the Gala & Auction.

  • Volunteer positions are available for anyone looking to fulfill their volunteer commitment. Please contact the Development Office at Gala@FASPS.org for information on volunteering to support corporate sponsorship, procurement, decorations, or other Gala volunteer opportunities. 

  • Purchasing sponsorships is a fantastic way to promote your business while helping to offset FASPS gala expenses. This is a great option for business owners who would like to support the FASPS Gala but do not have a product or service that would sell well at an auction. Sponsorship options are listed on our Gala website during the Gala & Auction season each year. Thank you for your support of FASPS!

  • The success of our Auction relies heavily on the generous contributions of goods and services. This includes physical items and experiences (certificates and gift cards). Each FASPS family is required to procure a minimum of $400 worth of donated items or cash, as outlined in the enrollment contract and parent handbook. Your contributions not only support our school but also offer unique experiences for the recipients. We also appreciate the many donations from friends of FASPS and parents of alumni! 

    If you are interested in joining the Procurement Team or have any questions about procurement, please reach out to Gala@fasps.org

  • Families may make a cash donation to the gala in lieu of procuring or donating an item on our gala website.

2026 Gala Gallery

Large gold number '20' sign on a wooden wall, with a decorative golden eagle sculpture and lit candles in the foreground.
Event table with prizes wrapped in clear plastic with gold ribbons, certificates, and large golden '30' decoration in the background at a celebration event.
Table setting with two forks, two wine glasses, a knife, a small white plate, and a menu for the French American School of Puget Sound's 30th Gala and Auction, held on Saturday, April 25th, 2026.
Round banquet table set for a formal dinner with white tablecloth, arranged silverware, wine glasses, and folded napkins, featuring a centerpiece with lit candles and floral decorations. Multiple similar tables can be seen in the background.
Display of wood engraved items, including cutting boards and trays, with floral and butterfly designs, accompanied by pink, white, and purple flowers, on a black cloth surface in a well-lit room.
A table covered with a black cloth holding wooden plaques, vases with flowers, and small candles, set in a decorated indoor venue. To the right, a sign on an easel says 'Class Projects,' with details about an online auction ending at 7:00 pm, and a t
A banquet hall decorated with floral centerpieces and candles on tables, with a backdrop of colorful lighting, set for an event or celebration.
Elegant banquet hall decorated with large floral centerpieces featuring pink and red flowers on high stands. The room is set with wine glasses, plates, and silverware on round tables covered with white tablecloths. The background has blue and purple
Elegant banquet hall decorated for a wedding reception with floral centerpieces, candles, and table settings, featuring a two-level venue with ornate architectural details and soft lighting.
A large screen displays a floral design with text celebrating the 30th anniversary of the FASPS Gala and Auction, scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. The image shows part of an ornate, elegant banquet room with deco
Elegant banquet hall set for a formal dinner with round tables decorated with candles and flowers, place settings, and menus, in a well-lit room with white walls and ornate details.
People in formal attire at an indoor event, possibly a wedding reception, with golden decorations and floral arrangements in the foreground.
A large ballroom filled with people in formal attire attending an event, with elegant chandeliers, floral decorations, and a staircase in the foreground.
A multi-tiered metal dessert stand filled with colorful macarons including yellow, pink, blue with black specks, white, and beige, at a dessert display or buffet.
A dessert table with various cakes and sweets, two large decorative signs for an event celebrating a 30th anniversary gala, floral decorations, and a backdrop of curtains.
A display of decorated cakes on a table with black tablecloth, each with distinct decorations and floral small labels in the foreground.
A birthday cake with white icing and pink floral decorations on top, placed on a silver cake board.
A rectangular millefeuille cake decorated with white cream dots and powdered sugar, with a small chocolate sign reading '30 Anniversaire' on top, placed on a silver tray.
A floral centerpiece with pink and dark purple flowers on a table at a formal event, with a table number card labeled '4' attached to a stand in the foreground.
A large, elegant banquet hall filled with many formally dressed people seated at round tables decorated with pink floral centerpieces and lit candles. There is a large ornate chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and two big screens on the right displ
A formal event or auction in a luxurious ballroom with chandeliers, ornate decor, and many people seated at tables. Attendees hold up numbered paddles, possibly bidding.
People attending a formal event or banquet, seated at tables, engaging in conversation, with warm ambient lighting.
An elegant banquet hall filled with many round tables, each set with fine dinnerware and floral centerpieces, hosting numerous formally dressed guests attending an event or celebration. Large screens and a stage with a speaker are visible at the fron
A man dressed in a tuxedo and bow tie is smiling and raising a card with the number 215 at a formal event or auction. There's a crowd of people around him, some wearing suits and dresses, and a woman in a black dress and necklace is visible in the ba
Group of people at a formal event, smiling and laughing, seated around banquet tables with fancy floral centerpieces and candles in a well-lit room.