Auction

Join us for Saklan's 70th Anniversary Gala & Auction on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

This 1920s-themed event is sure to be the bee's knees, celebrating 70 years as a vibrant community and supporting the ongoing success of The Saklan School. This adults-only shindig is bound to be the cat’s pajamas, with all proceeds supporting Saklan’s swell programs—think field experiences, guest experts, Project-Based Learning, family groups, and top-notch training for our ace teachers.

We Need Your Help!

Check out ways to get involved with this year's Gala & Auction!

Attend the Event

Book your babysitter, grab your giggle water, and join us for a night that’ll be the real McCoy! Tickets to Saklan's 70th Anniversary Gala & Auction include an open bar & tray passed hors d'oeuvres during the cocktail reception, a 3-course plated dinner with wine, live entertainment courtesy of Radio Gatsby, and tons of fun!

Early Bird Tickets are now on sale. Get your tickets before the price goes up on March 29th!

Sponsor or Underwrite the Event

Your sponsorship will not only support The Saklan School but will also provide valuable exposure for your business to our families and supporters across the East Bay. We offer several sponsorship levels to suit your involvement.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Platinum Sponsor – $5,000

Logo on Event Invite, Website, Annual Magazine, and Bid Paddles
Full-page Ad in the Event Program
Dedicated Social Media Posts on all Saklan Social Media Channels
Named During Opening and Closing Remarks
10 Tickets to the Event
Tax-Deductible Amount: $3,500

Gold Sponsor – $2,500

Logo on Event Invite, Website, Annual Magazine, and Bid Paddles
Half-page Ad in the Event Program
Named During Opening Remarks
5 Tickets to the Event
Tax-Deductible Amount: $1,750

Silver Sponsor – $1,000

Logo on Event Invite, Website, and Bid Paddles
Name in Annual Magazine
Named During Opening Remarks
2 Tickets to the Event
Tax-Deductible Amount: $700

Bronze Sponsor – $500

Name on Event Invite, Website, Annual Magazine, and Bid Paddles
Tax-Deductible Amount: $500

Underwriting Opportunities - 100% Tax-Deductible

Dinner Underwriter – $10,000
Auctioneer Underwriter - $5,000
Cocktail Reception Underwriter - $4,500
Audio Visual Underwriter - $3,000
Photography Underwriter - $1,000
Teacher Ticket Underwriting - $150/ticket

Donate an Item

Saklan’s Auction Committee is on the hunt for some razzle-dazzle auction items to make this year’s auction the real McCoy! We’re talkin’ about hot-ticket treasures that’ll have the crowd jazzed and ready to bid big. Here’s the skinny on what we need to bring the excitement and rake in the dough:

Vacation Homes – Do you have or know someone with a vacation property, timeshare or other access to destination properties?
Unique Experiences – Do you have a connection to something unavailable to the general public? Think Club 33, behind the scenes tours, throwing out the first pitch, dinner with someone famous, or an opportunity to sit in an owner’s box.
Event Tickets – Do you have season passes for the Giants, Warriors, theatre, symphony, or live music venues?
Luxury Items – Artwork, handbags, jewelry, etc.
Adventure Experiences – Hot air ballooning, horseback riding, and cooking classes are always popular items.
Wine – Do you belong to a winery and have a few extra bottles of your favorite Cab you would be willing to part with for a good cause?
Gift Cards – Your unused gift cards can enhance a basket of themed goods.

Host a Parent Party

Why let the revelry stop on April 26th? Keep the champagne flowing and the good times rolling by hosting a sign-up soirée—a fabulous event (your donation) where guests "buy in" (their donation) to join the fun, all in support of our students!

How It Works:

Pick a Theme – Will it be a Speakeasy Soirée, a Gatsby Garden Party, a Moonlight Casino Night, or a Jazz & Juleps Affair? The possibilities are as endless as the Charleston!
Set the Date – Choose any time in 2025 to host your soirée.
Gather Your Co-Hosts – Partner with friends or go solo to throw a roaring good time!
Call the Shots – You set the budget (your donation) and the number of guests. Whether it’s a glitzy cocktail party, a family-friendly gathering, or a kid-centric adventure, the choice is yours!
Join the Party – Submit your soirée idea to Emily at [email protected]!

Whether you're hosting or attending, a Sign-Up Party is a fantastic way to connect with other Saklan families while supporting our school.

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What if I can't attend?

Not to worry, you can still be involved! Even if you can't join us in person at the Gala, you can still be involved in the auction. From donating wine for the wine ring toss to underwriting a teacher's ticket, there are many ways to show support for the event. This year's silent auction will again be online, so all community members can participate in the auction even if they can't be at the event!

Will there be an MC or Auctioneer?

Yes! Eric Johnson will again be conducting the live auction and Fund-a-Need this year. Eric has more than 20 years of experience on television and radio, and performing and presenting in front of groups ranging in size from 30-3,000. He has parlayed this experience into a career as one of Northern California’s most in-demand charity auctioneers, with more than $4 million raised for clients in the past three years alone. Eric holds dual degrees from Duke University and a Masters from USC. He is bonded in the state of California, and has a Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation from the National Auctioneers Association.

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