Empower the Exceptional 4th Annual Dessert Auction

Description

Join us for an evening with friends to learn more about the mission of Exceptional Connections International while enjoying delicious local desserts. Your ticket includes dinner, wine and beer, and access to our live dessert auction.

Event Details

Friday, February 20, 2026, 6:00-9:00pm

The Ducken Farm venue on Whidbey Island

Cost: $30 in advance, $40 at the door

Fundraising Goal: $5,000

To raise funds for Exceptional Connections International. ECI promotes awareness and empowerment for the disabled community at the local and international level. Our nonprofit is based out of Memphis, TN, and we are a registered charity in Whidbey Island, WA. We support multiple organizations in 3 under resourced countries. We currently have partners in Haiti, Kenya, Rwanda, and Tennessee. We have the potential and desire to expand to any developing community or organization that requests our support. Our main mission is to EMPOWER THE EXCEPTIONAL!

We do this by:

· Training educators to serve and support their students with diverse learning needs

· Offering professional development opportunities virtually and in-person for a variety of professionals who serve individuals with disabilities

· Hosting community events locally and abroad to raise awareness for individuals with disabilities and help their communities see their true potential

· Empowering parents to support and accept their children, find necessary resources, and connect with other families who share commonalities

Exceptional Connections International is dedicated to raising awareness for individuals with disabilities through parent empowerment, education, and resource development across the globe through sustainable efforts.