On October 4, neighbors and friends gathered to celebrate the final Uncork the Night gala, a celebration of wine and giving. The farewell evening featured wine tastings from renowned local wineries, a spirited auction filled with friendly, competitive bidding, laughter, generosity, and a magnetic energy that filled the room during every toast and paddle raise.
Together, our generous guests raised nearly $500,000 to break the cycle of poverty for Bellevue families and provide children with the resources they need to reach stability and succeed in the classroom and beyond.
Since its beginning over two decades ago, Uncork the Night has grown from a shared love of wine and connection into something much greater: a community tradition rooted in care and compassion. The final gathering was not only a chance to reflect on the incredible legacy of the event, but also to celebrate the brighter tomorrows still to come through our mission.
While this may have been our last uncorking, our work ahead is more important than ever as we reimagine new, mission-driven ways to deepen and maximize our impact with our investors to prevent Bellevue children and families from experiencing hunger and homelessness.
We extend gratitude to the 2025 Uncork the Night premier sponsors, Amazon, The Bellevue Collection, Pathstone, and Viome, whose leadership and commitment made this milestone evening possible.
Most of all, we acknowledge and thank the countless community members, neighbors, local businesses, and donors who, over the years, have made Uncork the Night such a meaningful and impactful tradition.
The celebration may be over, but the opportunity to make a difference continues—stay tuned for new ways to support our mission and brighten the future for every child in our community.
