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Check out is only required for those who won a Festival tree or wreath.
WELCOME TO UNITED WAY’S 2ND ANNUAL
NEW THIS YEARORNAMENT PULLDonate $25 and win a prize valued at $25-$250 each time!
SILVER RAFFLEAt $50 each, enter to win a Florida vacation, complete with airfare and a $500 Disney gift card! Courtesy of Rick and Joy Holmes.
DESSERT DASHVisit the Dessert Dash tables to see which fresh-baked, locally made desserts you want to take home. Highest bid gets first pick!
SILENT WREATH AUCTIONTake home a truly unique wreath, decorated and/or sponsored by generous, local donors.
5:30 PM Social Hour, Tree Viewing, Silent Auction, and Ornament Pull
7 PM Welcome | Rick Holmes, United Way 2020 Board Chair-elect
Dr. LoAnn Ayers, United Way President and CEO
Sponsor Remarks | Staci West, Bechtel
7:15 PM Dinner and Entertainment
7:45 PM Dessert Dash, Golden Ticket, and Live Auction
9 PM Closing Remarks | Rick Holmes and LoAnn Ayers
Festival of Trees
Mind, Body & SpiritSponsor: Bright Now! DentalGifts: Bright Now! Dental and Friends of United Way
Bow down to the divinity within you this holiday season and enter the New Year with a brighter smile, relaxed body and mind, and glowing skin.
• Bright Now! Gift Basket includes a $300 gift certificate for any treatment, a whitening kit and power toothbrush
• Massage Gift Basket with $325 gift certificate to Massage Envy, spa robe and Pamerama gift set
• Yoga Gift Basket with one-month unlimited classes at Yoga Community, mat, towel, HydroFlash and various essential oils with diffuser
• Skincare Gift Basket with $400 gift certificate to Mid-Columbia Dermatology, MicroPure Sonic facial cleanser, and derma roller kit.
• Tory Burch clutch to celebrate the New Year in style!
Estimated Value: $2,250
WREATH WINNERS:Congrats and thank you for your support! Please see us at the check out table after the event to bring your wreath home.
#AllThingsLocalSponsor: Fluor
Gifts: Women of Influence Members
You will find something for everyone – and yourself – in this collection of locally sourced baskets.
Featured items:• Jewelry basket of custom commissioned art and a Swedish-
made watch from Van’s Jewelry• Wellness basket with Colorstreet Nails, Henna brows, DoTerra
essential oils, yoga passes and more• Columbia Gardens Wine Village basket with wines and special
tastings from Cave B, Gordon Brothers and Palencia wineries• Pet “parent” basket for your furry babies• 2-Month membership to Tri-City Court Club• Gift certificates for Quickbooks training, boxing classes, personal
training, custom screen-printed shirts, and more!
SPECIAL TREE NOTES:Decorated trees are accompanied by an array of gifts. See the posters by each tree for complete gift list!
Want to donate your tree and bring home the gifts? Or, bid on a tree to share with a friend? We can help! Meet us at the check out table after the event to make your shipping arrangements.
Bikes for Tikes and VeteransSponsor/Gifts: Bikes for Tikes
Receive the joy of a child’s bike ride, while giving to veterans and their families this holiday season.
As the buyer, you will receive six new bikes and helmets:• 2 - 20” bicycles and helmets (best for 7-10 year olds)• 2 - 16” bicylces and helmets (best for 5-8 year olds)• 2 - 12” bicycles and helmets (best for 2-5 year olds)• $50 Gift certificate from JMC Motorsports• $50 Gift certificate from Scott Cycle• 2-Hour tandem bike rental with Greenies in Richland
In your name, Bikes for Tikes will also donate 40 new bikes and helmets to our local veteran’s shelter:• 10 - 26” mountain bikes and helmets • 10 - 20” bicycles and helmets• 10 - 16” bicycles and helmets • 10 - 12” bicycles and helmets
The donor, or donating company, will also be recognized in the Tri-City Herald in the Bikes for Tikes Christmas Day ad and a poster to proudly display your impact once bikes are received by the families.
Estimated Value: $8,000
Cabernet ChristmasSponsor: Dan Wood Gifts: Red Mountain AVA Alliance Members & Sponsors
Toast throughout the year with some of the best flagship Red Mountain wines and a variety of exclusive tour and tasting experiences!
EXPERIENCES:• Tasting experience at Canvasback, a new tasting room in Walla Walla* Private vineyard tour and tasting at Ciel du Cheval, the second
vineyard planted on Red Mountain• Winery and vineyard tour, tasting and small bites for six at Col Solare• Tasting for four at Fidelitas• Private concierge tasting for eight at Frichette Winery• Tasting for six at Hightower Cellars• Wine club member for the day at Market Vineyards• Tasting and vineyard trail ride for 2 with Teresa Owen, owner/
winemaker of Red Mountain Trails Winery* Vineyard tour for four with Marshall Edwards, vineyard manager of
Shaw and Quintessence Vineyard
* Vineyard tour and tasting for eight at Upchurch Vineyard
BOTTLES & GIFTS:• 25 bottles of Red Mountain wines such as the inaugural vintage of Red
Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon from Double Canyon and Klipsun and wines from Kiona Vineyards and Winery, Hamilton Cellars and more.
• Gift basket from The Lodge at Columbia Point, including overnight stay and Drumheller’s credit
• Gift basket from Hedges Family Estate• Big jar of CHUKAR CHERRIES• A special thank you to Crimson Vine Marketing,
Jason Hogue - American Family Insurance and Muret-Gaston Wines for their contributions.
*denotes exclusive offering not available for public purchase.
Estimated Value: $3,600
Hit the SlopesSponsor/Gifts: Christensen, Inc.
Ski adventure at Park City Mountain and cozy amenities to snuggle in at home!
• 3-night stay in a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom condo with ski in and out access in an abundance of powder-filled bowls, stunning peaks, three award-winning terrain parks, and up to 50 immaculately groomed runs in Park City, Utah.
• Ski essentials: ski poles, goggles, helmet, gloves, hand and feet warmers, and snowshoes
• SportHaus ski package rentals• An outdoor fire pit and stools• Yeti mugs, wine, cinnamon whiskey, and hot cocoa • Ski signage décor, cozy flannel blanket and pillows
Estimated Value: $7,250
Adventures in Winter WonderlandSponsor/Gifts: Columbia Industries
Escape to Leavenworth!
• $500 in lodging at the Icicle Village Resort, located in the Bavarian village, with stunning mountain views, a relaxing spa, wonderful food and entertainment
• Icicle Village Resort massage for two• A snowmobile adventure for two, with a professional mountain guide in
the backcountry of Leavenworth• $150 to Mozart’s European Steakhouse, the American heart of creative
cuisine with a fine wine collection of over 1600 bottles, cold beer, and innovative cocktails
• $50 to Blue Spirits Distillery and all they offer!
Estimated Value: $1,600
Christmas for a PrincessSponsor/Decorator: Dan & Kathy Wood Gifts: Woods & Friends of United Way
For the brave, compassionate, and lovely princess in your life!
• Trundle bed with twin mattress & handmade fleece blanket• Ultimate “Frozen” Arendelle Castle Playset• Princess Castle tent with star lights• Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet- 32 GB 1080 HD Display• Disney-themed LEGO sets and games• Princess Dress Up and Play Shoes and Jewlery • Disney Princess Royal collection of 12 dolls• Kid Trax Frozen Toddler Quad Ride On• 3 “Princess in Black” empowering books
Estimated Value: $1,800
The Great OutdoorsSponsor/Gifts: PCP Consulting/ Active4Life
Live your best life outdoors this coming year on the Columbia River, at a beach house, and snowshoeing through the woods!
• Private guided fishing trip along the mighty Columbia River• Enjoy 3 nights in a cozy Southampton-style 4-bedroom cottage just
300 yards away from the Pacific Ocean at the end of the drive in Long Beach, WA
• Trekking poles, inflatable snow tube, snow toys and more!• Long-range, two-way radios and emergency weather radio• REI snowshoe rental and 2020 Washington State Discover Pass• Firepit – stocked with s’mores ingredients and all the cozy
essentials!
Estimated Value: $3,100
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMASSponsor/Gifts: Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS)
Bring home the practical versions of the classic Christmas song!
• Day 1 – Harry and David pears, wine, and Rogue Valley cheeses • Day 2 – Dove chocolates basket • Day 3 – French press & French roast Starbucks coffee, Veuve
Clicquot, French champaigne, French macrons, and French wine • Day 4 – Amazon Echo Show • Day 5 – Ring video doorbell • Day 6 - Grey Goose gift set• Day 7 – The Coeur D’Alene Resort Golf and Spa Package – 2
nights, one round of golf, $200 spa credit, Dining credit and Golfer’s Breakfast each day!
• Day 8 - Cheese slicer, knives, forks, and display board • Day 9 - Custom cookies from Desserts by Kelly and a $200
Water2Wine Cruises gift card • Day 10 – Scotch basket glasses, cigars and goodies • Day 11 – Treveri wine, glasses and tasting for 4• Day 12 - Beats headphones and 12 Seahawks dashing! 2
Seahawks tickets for Dec. 22 and two nights at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Seattle
Estimated Value: $5,000
Home for the HolidaysSponsor: Krista Hopkins HomesGifts: Krista Hopkins Homes & Friends of United Way
Home is where the heart is. Share with friends, family, kids and grandkids to fulfill their Christmas wish lists.
• Coastal Cottage playhouse | Kira Gonzales, REALTOR
• Grand Estate Dollhouse | Krista Hopkins
• Children’s workbench, lawnmower and chainsaw
• $100 Home Depot gift card
• $100 Lowe’s gift card
• $100 Bed, Bath & Beyond gift card | Fire & Water
• $500 Fred’s Appliance gift card, plus a special discount
• Home Inspection | Dan Gallatin of Pillar to Post Home Inspections
• Welcome mat | Hayily Bee Designs
• One-hour massage | Oasis Physical Therapy
• “Read to Me at Home” gift basket Children’s Reading Foundation of the Mid-Columbia
• LEGO extravaganza package Katie Gaumer NMLS 180250 PrimeLending
• Cozy mantel | Pier 1
• Adult advent calendar, cookie jar, gift basket, and more!
Estimated Value: $4,000
Silent Auction Wreath SponsorsThe Bottom Line/ Twigs & PetalsCharles SimpsonColumbia IndustriesDesert Green Lawn & Tree CareDream DinnersHomeTown Values MagazineRick and Joy HolmesRecovery & Wellness Center ofEastern WashingtonSagemoor Financial/ShawnMurrowSalon 509The Schneider Realty GroupSTCUTri-FunWhite Glove WeddingsWinsome DesignWSU Tri-Cities
Dessert Dash SponsorsArtfetti CakesTSP BakeshopBaum’s House of ChocolatesEdible ArrangementsEuropa Italian & Spanish CuisineEuropean Desserts by NenaFrost Me SweetMeritable Sweets
Thank you, Three Rivers Convention Center for donating the entire venue and A/V support.
Thank you, UPS, for volunteering time and equipment to deliver the Festival trees to their new owners.
Every effort has been made to include supporters of this event. We apologize if anyone has been inadvertently omitted.
THANK YOUTo all of the generous individuals and companies
who donated our beautiful trees and wreaths.