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Virtual Gala Auction Friday, July 17, 2020 - Arthritis Foundation
Virtual Gala Auction
Friday, July 17, 2020
Virtual Gala Auction Friday, July 17, 2020 - Arthritis Foundation
A very special thank you to all our friends near and far for the many
gifts of time and talent, donations, in-kind services and volunteer
assistance — every contribution adds up to a successful event!

      Gala Committee                     Leadership Board
      Lennette Corwin                    Evelyn Ames, PhD
      Donna Gilday                       Rolf Beckhusen, Attorney at Law
      Mike Green                         Bart Bodtke, Phillips 66
      Gary Lee
                                         Roger Bourm, Bourm Properties
      Barbara Osen
      Sarah Papageorge                   Lennette Corwin, Heritage Bank
      Shevaun Rudkin                     Mike Green
                                         Gary Lee
      AF Staff                           Sarah Papageorge
      Lori McKnight, Senior              Krista Gordon, Salish Sea Experience
      Development Director

     Please recognize our generous auction donors by
     patronizing their businesses and acknowledging their
     donations to the Arthritis Foundation’s Gala and Auction.

        Special Recognition
        We salute Lithtex NW for their generous print donation and
        especially Kerri Larrabee for her work on all our auction materials!

          Lithtex NW proudly supports the Arthritis
              Foundation in their quest for a cure.

                                              Your Local Printing Solution
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Virtual Gala Auction Friday, July 17, 2020 - Arthritis Foundation
Welcome
What a difference a year makes. While it may not be our preference
to be apart tonight, we thank you for joining us during our first ever
Virtual Gala Auction. We appreciate you being a part of tonight’s
celebration. Now more than ever your support will continue to help
us continue our unwavering commitment to not only finding a cure but
also to support those in our community with arthritis. During the current
COVID-19 pandemic the Arthritis Foundation has worked to support
our arthritis community’s needs in new innovative ways. We have had
the opportunity to offer many virtual resources to connect during these
uncertain times. Visit arthritis.org/cares for more information. Again,
thank you for joining us tonight and for supporting the mission of the
Arthritis Foundation.
Lori McKnight
Senior Development Director, Bellingham

                Enjoy the Evening

      The Arthritis Foundation is boldly pursuing a cure for
     America’s #1 cause of disability while championing the
   fight against arthritis with life-changing resources, science,
             advocacy and community connections.
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Virtual Gala Auction
               Friday, July 17, 2020
                Tune in for the live Virtual Event
              arthritis.org/bellinghamgalagolf

    Program
     Monday, July 13, 2020
      Silent Online Auction Mobile Bidding Opens
      Signature Cocktail Recipe Emailed to Registered Guests
     Thursday, July 16, 2020
       Dessert Drawing ticket sale closes at midnight
     Friday, July 17, 2020
        4:00 PM Live Online Auction Mobile Bidding Opens
        6:30 PM Live Presentation Begins via Live Stream
        Welcome
        Thank you to our Sponsors
        Meet the Youth Honoree: Kinoah Mitchell, age 15
        Dessert Dash Drawing
        Live Auction
        7:00 PM Silent Online Auction Mobile Bidding Closes
        7:30 PM Celebration & Conclusion
        10:00 PM Live Online Auction Mobile Bidding Closes

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Thank You
       to our generous sponsors!
  Presenting Sponsor       Golf Cart
                           Sponsor

       Gold Virtual Gala Sponsor

Silver Virtual Gala and Golf Hole Sponsors

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General Information
    Auction Rules
    • T he highest bids submitted into the online auction are legal contracts to
       purchase the item.
    •C  redit cards on file will be charged upon auction end. If payment is
       unsuccessful within 72 hours of the close of the auction, any items won may
       go to the next highest bidder at the discretion of the organization.
    •A  ll purchases made are FINAL and there will be no exchanges or
       refunds on items unless otherwise noted.
    • T he organization reserves the right to add to or withdraw items from the
       auction without notice before final bids are made.
    • T he organization neither warrants or represents, and in no way shall be
       responsible for, the correctness of descriptions or conditions of items or
       arrangements.

    Method of Payment
    All of our bidding and donations will be on-line through mobile bidding,
    registration requiring a credit or debit card will be needed to set up an
    account to bid.

    Silent Auction
    All silent auction items will be listed on the online auction mobile bidding
    website. Silent Auction Bidding will open for bids Monday, July 13, 2020.
    (Live Auction Items may be previewed at this time.)
    To start bidding if not pre-registered:
       1. Visit arthritis.org/Bellinghamgalagolf
       2. Click Register for Mobile Bidding
       3. Click Start Bidding
       4. C lick Create an Account and follow the prompts
    The online auction through Mobile Bidding will work with your computer or
    smart phone device. In the lower left of the Mobile Bidding screen you will
    find the “learn to bid” section with helpful tips.

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Live Auction
All Live Auction items are available for preview online at arthritis.org/
bellinghamgalagolf and will open for bidding at 4 pm, Friday, July 17, 2020.
Detailed descriptions are in this Catalog, starting page 12. The auctioneer will
also be highlighting these items during our live program Friday, July 17, 2020.
Bidding will close at 10 pm.
Note: Every attempt is made to ensure accuracy of each auction package
including any restrictions, time constraints, black-out dates, etc. The Arthritis
Foundation will do everything possible to ensure your purchases are complete
and accurate though the organization cannot be held responsible for
unforeseen changes to any packages.

Dessert Drawing – $25/ticket
Our Virtual Version of the Dessert Dash!
The Dessert Drawing Tickets are available on online Mobile Bidding
starting Monday, July 13, 2020. Purchase a Ticket by Thursday, July
16, midnight, for your chance to win one of 12 delectable desserts
(look online at our delectable possibilities!) Winners will be drawn
randomly from all tickets purchased and announced Friday, July 17,
2020 during the live program. Winning tickets will receive appropriate
certificates by mail. You have 90 days to order/claim your dessert.
Multiple tickets may be purchased, up to a maximum of 200 tickets to
be sold. All ticket purchases are considered a donation to the cause.
Thank you to the local businesses who generously donated to the
Dessert Drawing:
    Great Harvest Bread Company          Chocolate Necessities
    Chuckanut Bay Foods                  Pure Bliss
    Sweet Indulgence Bakery              Barb’s Pies & Pastries

Checkout/Payment
All credit cards will be processed at close of the event. You will receive a
statement and any gift certificates you purchased by mail within 10 days
of the event. Any tangible items you purchase will be arranged for pick
up or delivered within the two weeks after the event (in Whatcom County
only). Alcohol packages may only be purchased by those 21 and over. Any
packages containing alcohol will not be shipped due to regulations.
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Restrictions & Limitations
 It is important to read all the certificates you receive for any restrictions or
 limitations. Some packages require the buyer to coordinate with several donors.
 All auction certificates expire one year from tonight or sooner, unless
 stated otherwise. Please carefully check your purchased certificates. You
 must retain the original gift certificates for redemption purposes. Copies of
 gift certificates are not guaranteed for redemption. Some purchases are tax
 deductible as provided by law. Please consult a tax advisor.
 While the Auction Committee has attempted to clearly describe and catalog
 items correctly, all items are sold “As Is” and the Arthritis Foundation and
 the Auctioneer make no warranties or claims as to the condition of the item
 or the accuracy of the item’s description or value. It is assumed that the
 prospective bidders have taken responsibility for inspecting the auction items
 prior to bidding and are aware of the quality and value of the items they are
 purchasing. All sales are final, and no exchanges or refunds are allowed unless
 otherwise specified in the catalog. All items are non-transferable.
 The Auctioneer and the Arthritis Foundation neither warrant nor represent,
 and shall in no event be responsible for the accuracy of descriptions, value,
 genuineness, authorship, provenance, or condition of the property. No
 statement contained in the catalog or other materials, or made verbally at the
 sale or elsewhere, shall be deemed as warranty, representation or assumption
 of liability.

                       WE’RE PROUD TO SUPPORT
                 JUVENILE ARTHRITIS AWARENESS MONTH.
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2020 Golf Cart Sponsor
   Proud to support
   the mission of the
  Arthritis Foundation

     www.phillips66.com

       WE’RE PROUD TO SUPPORT
   JUVENILE ARTHRITIS AWARENESS MONTH.
Virtual Gala Auction Friday, July 17, 2020 - Arthritis Foundation
Kinoah Mitchell (age 15)
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
2020 Youth Honoree
                                 Kinoah is a very active and happy
                                 15-year-old boy. It is hard to believe
                                 that as a toddler, he was struggling
                                 to get out of bed in the morning or
                                 walk without falling down. When
                                 Kinoah was about 18 months old,
                                 his parents started noticing he was
                                 walking with a limp and losing his
                                 balance frequently. By Kinoah’s
                                 second birthday, they still didn’t have
                                 an explanation. Doctors referred
                                 them to numerous local physicians for
                                 procedures, including ultrasounds,
                                 x-rays, blood testing and bone scans
                                 of his spine, hips, and legs--none of
                                 which lead to any viable diagnosis.
 One morning in September of 2006, Kinoah refused to walk any
 more. He was once again carried back to the doctor and his parents
 begged for a referral to Children’s Hospital. Rheumatologists were
 certain that Kinoah was suffering from Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
 (JIA). It was devastating to have this diagnosis, yet such a relief to
 finally have answers and treatment options.
 Since that time, Kinoah has undergone invasive joint injections,
 rigorous physical therapy, leg orthotics and a daily medication and
 stretching regimen to control the inflammation attacking his young

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joints. He has suffered with joint pain and inflammation in both
knees, ankles, elbows, wrists and his jaw. When his joints are
inflamed, Kinoah has limited movement and pain. His parents
describe this process as, “a helplessly heart-breaking process to
watch.”
                              Fortunately, as of today, the pain
                              that comes with Kinoah’s disease is
                              manageable. Kinoah is passionate
                              about sports and nature. He stays
                              busy with soccer, golf, fishing,
                              playing guitar and his pet snake.
                              He even earned his black belt in
                              Tae Kwon Do at age 12! He is kind,
                              compassionate, and helpful to his
                              friends. He’s an amazing role model
                              to his younger sister and brother,
                              and every teacher’s dream to have
                              in class. Kinoah’s parents add, “we
                              are constantly impressed by Kinoah’s
                              courage and perseverance.”

  Champion of Yes.
 Arthritis is a thief. People with arthritis know this full well. It
 steals everyday joys and long-term dreams. It isolates and
 ostracizes. It is painful. It induces a spirit of “No.” As people
 close to the Arthritis Foundation, we know that it doesn’t
 have to be this way. We are in a unique place of authority
 and action, with the purpose of
 finding a cure, but also fighting for
 the everyday victories.

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Research : Continuing Our Mission

     Research provides our best hope for a future free of arthritis. Since 1948,
     the Arthritis Foundation has funded more than $500 million in research
     grants to guide and accelerate progress toward the prevention, control
     and cure of arthritis. Your financial contributions have made it possible for
     us to increase our commitment to arthritis research, advocacy and building
     the Live Yes! Arthritis Network. This evening your continued commitment
     will bring us one step closer to a cure.
     To address the critical shortage of specialists to treat patients and perform
     groundbreaking research, the Arthritis Foundation funds both pediatric
     and adult rheumatology fellowships. We are currently funding 16
     fellowships across the country, 11 in pediatric rheumatology and 5 in adult
     rheumatology Here in Washington, we are funding a 2-year fellowship
     in the rheumatology department at the University of Washington and a
     second, 3-year fellowship at Seattle Children’s Hospital in the pediatric
     rheumatology department.
                                               Thank you!
      Nearly 54 million
      Americans, 1 in 4 adults,
      report having doctor
      diagnosed arthritis.                     Two-thirds of people
                                               with arthritis are under
                                               the age of 65.
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Resources
Arthritis Foundation COVID-19 Resources
Here are some Arthritis Foundation resources you may find
useful as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 outbreak:

Arthritis Foundation COVID-19 Website: arthritis.org/
care-connect
The Arthritis Foundation is in regular communication with national experts to
compile the latest information on what we know about COVID-19 and how it
affects people with arthritis.

Live Yes! Online Community: liveyes.arthritis.org
In these stressful times, it’s important for people with arthritis to find ways to
stay connected to others. Our Live Yes! Online Community has forums where
you can ask questions about COVID-19, talk with others affected by arthritis
and more.

Arthritis Foundation Helpline: arthritis.org/i-need-help
If you are navigating insurance challenges, have questions about arthritis or
need help with anything else, our national Helpline is a great resource. Our
team of licensed, clinical social workers can provide assistance through the
website above or via phone at 1-800-283-7800.

Live Yes! Podcast: arthritis.org/liveyes/podcast
Our podcast tackles hot topics every two weeks. Check out our coronavirus
episode with a leading rheumatologist who’s also an infectious disease
expert.

Arthritis Foundation Social Media Channels
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Arthritis.org
Twitter: twitter.com/ArthritisFdn
Instagram: www.instagram.com/arthritisfoundation
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2020 Presenting Sponsor
      We’re Proud to
  Support Juvenile Arthritis
     Awareness Month
     #StrongerThanJA

         P.O. Box 57
    Deming, WA 98244-0057
       1-800-225-2068
        360-592-4010
2020 Freedom of Movement
      Gala and Golf Classic
         Live Auction Items
Raise the Paddle – Key to a Cure
Help us support arthritis programs like KAT-FISH Camp that
provides education, networking and fun for kids and teens with
arthritis and their families! Campers take part in activities designed
to build self-confidence, improve arthritis self-management, and
develop leadership and communication skills all while making new
friends who share similar challenges. This unique experience allows
families from Washington, Oregon and Alaska to learn about the
effects of arthritis, network with families who have similar concerns,
build a support system to use throughout the year and enjoy a
weekend of fun activities. Friendships are made at camp that last a
lifetime. Thanks to the generous support of donors and sponsors like
you, families pay a fraction of the cost to attend KAT-FISH Camp
and scholarships applications are made available to anyone who
needs them. Your contributions this evening will help fund programs
and services – like KAT-FISH Camp – that can truly improve lives.
So please find the donation amount of your choice by clicking the
online auction Mobile Bidding DONATION Button and make your
donation today!

                                email Lmcknight@arthritis.org
                                or call 360.939.3543
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Live Items

     1. Polish Bison Vodka Żubrówka (700ml)
     Żubrówka (pronounced zhuh-BROOV-kuh), is a unique
     Polish vodka, distilled from rye and flavored with bison grass
     (a distinct smelling and tasting grass found in Bialowieza
     National Park, the last vestige of Polish Bison). There’s a
     blade of it in every bottle to boost a one-of-a-kind flavor,
     that brings to mind the beautiful Polish countryside so
     passionately portrayed by Fryderyk Chopin’s music. This
     smoothest tasting of spirits is a delight.
     Donated by: Rick and Barbara Osen
     Value: $150

     2. Five Gallons of Paint and Consultation –
     Stockton’s Paint
                                             Receive five (5) Gallons of
                                             Benjamin Moore Ultra Spec
                                             Paint and an in-home color
                                             consultation from Stockton’s
                                             Paint., locally owned and
                                             Bellingham’s oldest paint store.
                                             They offer excellent customer
                                             service and great products, all
                                             at a competitive price. They
                                             display colors from Benjamin
     Moore & PPG Paints, including the newest line from Chateau Chic
     Chalk paints. Stockton’s also offers exterior
     stains from Sikkens Pro-Luxe, Flood and
     Benjamin Moore. Not only do they offer
     the best color matches in town, they can
     also help with finding that special color or
     wallpaper that you will love.
     Donated by: Stockton’s Paint
     Value: $450
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3. Professional House Cleaning
                   Treat you or someone you love to Professional House
                   Cleaning by a 2 person team for 3 hours. *Free Pre-
                   Service in-home consultation required.
                   Donated by: Merry Maids
                   Value: $370
4. Bellingham’s Chrysalis Inn & Spa Gift Card - $300
How will you spend your $300 gift card to the
Chrysalis Inn & Spa overlooking the calm waters
of Bellingham Bay? Either stay in a Full View
Deluxe King Room or schedule spa services in the
spa like a 60-minute Signature Swedish Massage
and facial. Pick and choose your favorites at the
Chrysalis Inn & Spa using your $300 Gift Card.
*No exchanges or refunds. May not be
  redeemed for cash. Please call the Chrysalis
  Inn & Spa to book your reservations.
Donated by: Rick & Barbara Osen
Value: $300
5. Samson Estates Wine Pairing for 10
                         Samson Estates Winery invites you and your
                         guests to a fabulous evening of tasting artisan
                         wines paired with appetizers in our rustic
                         tasting room. Event tasting good for 10 people
                         at Samson Estates Winery in Everson, WA.
                         Presentation includes: Three Wines and one
                         Dessert Wine paired with Appetizers, Speaker
                         and educational component, Candlelight and
                         atmosphere, Scenic Location.
*Please use certificate within one year. Additional guest can
  be accommodated at $50 per person with advanced notice.
  Reservations required to book event.
Donated by: Samson Estates Winery
Value: $500                                                            15
6. An Evening of Polish Delight and Dinner
     Experience a unique culinary and cultural evening for you and 3 of
     your friends with a Polish dinner inspired and prepared by our very
     own home cooking chefs Rick and
     Barbara Osen. Polish feast includes
     Polish spirits. Dinner served on authentic
     Polish Boleslawiec pottery, the pieces
     displayed tonight are yours to take
     home today to anticipate and treasure
     your evening long after the experience
     has ended.
     *Dinner to be scheduled on mutually agreed upon date.
       Expires: July 2021
     Donated by: Rick and Barbara Osen
     Value: Dinner & Pottery – Priceless

                        7. Pickle Making
                        By Zoom learn how to make the world’s best pickles.
                        Pickle connoisseur, Steve Wright, will share his love
                        for pickles and pickle making. Package includes:
                        Recipe, 6 Pack of Guinness, pickle sampler, gallon
                        pickle making jar, pickle flavored popcorn and pickle
                        flavored almonds.
                        Donated by: Steve Wright
                        Value: $200

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8. Best of the Board Wine Basket
Enjoy a great selection of 18 wines donated by
the Arthritis Foundation - Bellingham Leadership
Board:
  Dunham Cellars Trutina, 2016
  Chateau St. Michele Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon (two)
  Chateau St. Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
  Michael David Petite Petit Syrah
  Domaine Le Clos Noly (wine style is Burgundy White)
  Four Graces Pinot Noir, Wilamette Valley
  VJB Cellars 2017 Chardonnay
  Porca De Murca Douro Tinto 2013
  Frei Brothers Reserve, 2011Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Sonoma County
  Chateau St. Michelle 2017 Chardonnay
  Kestrel 2015 Syrah (Yakima Valley)
  Sonoma Coast Chardonnay - 2018 La Crema
  Borne of Fire - Cabernet Sauvignon, 2017 Columbia Valley
  Novelty Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley 2016
  Griset 2017 (100% Sauvignon Gris), France
  4 Hands Hot to Trot - Smooth Bland, Yakima Valley
  Josh Cabernet Sauvignon
Plus Wine Opener Set: Air Pressure Wine Bottle Opener, Wine Aerator,
Bottle Stopper, Foil Cutter from www.Sippinit.com
Donated by: Evelyn Ames, Roger Bourm, Rolf Beckhusen,
Donna Gilday, Krista Gordon, Lennette Corwin, Mike Green,
Sarah Papageorge, Sippin’ It.
Value: $435.00

9. Day Sailing Adventure for Four
                      Enjoy a San Juan Islands Day Sail (5-6
                      hours) for up to four (4) people. Lunch will be
                      provided.
                      *Sail to be scheduled on mutually
                        agreeable date between July - September
                        2020 or July – September 2021. Captain
                        reserves the right to amend sailing date.
Donated by: Nathan Lowe
Value: $1400                                                    17
10. Five Night Winter Cabin Stay in Winthrop
     Enjoy the Winter in Winthrop and
     all it has to offer. This cabin has a
     full kitchen and fireplace; sleeps six
     (two queen beds and two twin beds.)
     Winthrop, WA is known for
     being one of the largest winter
     wonderland areas in North
     America to enjoy cross-country
     ski areas, fat biking, Winthrop
     Ice Rink, Alpine Skiing and
     Snowboarding, snowshoeing,
     sledding and tubing.
     *No pets and no smoking
       please. Available November
       1 to April 15, 2021. Excludes
       the week of February 16 through February 21,
       2021. Reservations MUST be made on or before
       October 1, 2020 - No Exceptions.

     Donated by: Pat and Gary Floyd
     Value: $2000

     11. Seattle Sounders Game
                                  Four (4) Club Level seats to an upcoming
                                  Seattle Sounders regular season home
                                  match. Tickets include access to Club
                                  exclusive food and beverage options
                                  for purchase. Match to be secured with
                                  donor for a mutually agreed upon future
                                  date when matches are open again in
                                  Seattle.
     *Mutually agreeable date/game. No time restriction if match does
       not resume due to COVID19.
     Donated by: Wright Family
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     Value: $320
12. Teatro Zinzanni – Woodinville
Certificate for two
(2) tickets to Teatro
ZinZanni for a
wonderful evening
of food, fun and
laughter. Located in
Woodinville, WA.
Teatro ZinZanni’s main event is part circus, part cabaret, and always
magical. Described as “the Kit Kat Klub on acid” Teatro ZinZanni is a night
out unlike any other. It is a three-hour whirlwind of international cirque,
comedy, and cabaret artists all served up with a scrumptious multi-course
feast and elegant libations. The ever-evolving and constantly changing
production— at least three new shows per year — combines improv
comedy, vaudeville revue, music, dance, cirque, and sensuality into a
dizzying and colorful new form that is never quite the same from evening to
evening. Famous for its intimate setting, the fast-paced action of the show
unfolds above, around and even alongside you as you dine on a gourmet
meal. Don’t miss the show The New York Times calls “the hottest ticket in
town.” *Tickets starting at $99
Donated by: Friends of the Arthritis Foundation
Value: $200

13. Two Hours Professional Landscaping
                                      Need some help doing a
                                      yard project or upkeep? This
                                      package includes two (2) hours
                                      of professional Landscaping by
                                      Cloverleaf Landscape Management.
                                      Donated by: Cloverleaf
                                      Landscape Management
                                      Value: $240

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2020 Gold
        Virtual Gala Sponsor

            www.heritagebanknw.com

Get Your Jingle On!
     Bellingham:
     Sat. December 12, 2020
     www.jbr.org/Bellingham
 Join us for the Jingle Bell Run for arthritis. This 5K is a fun,festive way to get
 moving and raise awareness and funds to cure arthritis. Bring your holiday
 spirit, friends and family, and say Yes to furthering a great cause!

                                                                     2019 Presenting
                                                                        Sponsor:
Please join us for the 21st Annual
Freedom of Movement Golf Classic
              Friday, September 11, 2020
     Entry will include green fees, box lunch and course contests.
   More details to come. Visit arthritis.org/Bellinghamgalagolf
         Tee Time and details to be announced as regulations are updated.
                       North Bellingham Golf Course
                       205 W. Smith Road, Bellingham, WA 98226

                             Admission $125 per golfer
Admission Tickets Available for purchase starting Monday, July 13, 2020 through Mobile
            Bidding during the Virtual Freedom of Movement Gala Auction.
    Register for mobile bidding to buy your tickets: arthritis.org/bellinghamgalagolf

 *Early registration recommended. Registration required for Mobile Bidding via computer or mobile phone.

              ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT BENEFIT THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION
                            HELP US RAISE FUNDS TO FIND A CURE

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KAT-FISH Camp
 The Arthritis Foundation’s KAT-FISH Camp (Kids and Teens’ Families
 Investing Support and Hope) is a weekend retreat for children and teens
 with rheumatic conditions and their families. Typically camp takes place
 in person in Stanwood, WA, but due to COVID-19 we are offering
 the program as a virtual camp experience in 2020. We are excited to
 include families from our three Pacific Northwest camps (Washington,
 Oregon and Alaska).
 During the weekend families will enjoy self-paced activities as well as
 live Zoom sessions designed specifically for kids, teens and adults. There
 will even be a virtual talent show and campfire! The weekend is designed
 to capture the best parts of camp and give families the opportunity to
 connect even though we can’t be in person.
 Your contributions help support virtual programs like camp that are even
 more important during these times.

                    Nearly 300,000 children 16
                   and younger live with juvenile
                  arthritis – approximately 6,100
                  of them live in Washington State.
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Imagine the unimaginable—your child or grandchild is
diagnosed with juvenile arthritis. Juvenile arthritis affects the
entire family. Everyone is affected by your child’s pain, medical
treatment, stress and fear about the uncertain future.

Facts and Figures about
Juvenile Arthritis:
• More common than cystic fibrosis, diabetes, muscular dystrophy and many
   other better known childhood conditions
• Affects more than 300,000 children in the United States and 6,100 in
   Washington state
• Leading cause of acquired disability and a common cause of blindness in
   children
• Children benefit most from early diagnosis and treatment which includes family
   education and support
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Advocacy in Action
2020 Arthritis Foundation Washington Advocacy
Washington Advocacy Day – February 6th
The Arthritis Foundation hosted an Advocacy Day
at the Capitol where almost 2 dozen Advocates
met with their legislators and legislative staff. The
legislative asks included a piece of legislation,
HB 2852, to help increase the number of
pediatric rheumatologists in
Washington! This important
bill did not pass in 2020 but
we are working hard to re-
introduce it in 2021, because
kids with arthritis deserve
access to the care they need.
For more information on how
you can make a difference
through advocacy, please visit
www.arthritis.org/advocate.

COVID-19
The Arthritis Foundation has been in
consistent communication with stakeholders and elected officials, such as
the COVID-19 taskforce, Congress, Governors, state Board of Pharmacies,
Insurance Commissioners, etc., on behalf of arthritis patients.
We have frequently made recommendations to decisively slow the spread of
the COVID-19 virus, particularly for the people with pre-existing conditions
who are at increased risk of infection and adverse health outcomes from
COVID-19. In addition, the Arthritis Foundation has been very active in
regard to Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine and have urged the federal
government to work with the broader health care community to help ensure
continued availability of these drugs for the patients who are maintained on
them.
The Arthritis Foundation also weighed in on legislation that has been
introduced to help non-profits during this difficult time. To stay up to date
on what we are doing on COVID-19 and find resources, please visit
https://www.arthritis.org/care-connect.
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Donors
 Thank you to all 2020 Auction Item Donors
 Advanced Medical Massage                    Mike Green
 Amber Uhlhorn                               Mike Rawls, Real Estate Broker,
 Amjay Inc. Screenprinting                   Caldwell Banker Bain
 Bellingham Golf & Country Club              Miss Whatcom County Scholarship
                                             Program
 Bellingham Training & Tennis Club
                                             ModSocks
 Ben Mann Studio
                                             Nathan Lowe
 Chuck & Christine LeFevre
                                             New Mexico Tamale Company
 Chuck & Sarah Papageorge
                                             North Bellingham Golf Course
 Cloverleaf Landscape Management
                                             North Fork Brewery and Beer Shrine
 Coconut Kenny’s
                                             Pat and Gary Floyd
 Color Chiropractic
                                             Patty & Steve Lagerwey
 Donna Gilday, Windermere Real Estate
                                             Penny Bradley
 Evelyn Ames
                                             Rick & Barbara Osen
 Fairhaven Toy Garden
                                             RJKU Ceramics
 Friends of the Arthritis Foundation- NPS
                                             Roger Bourm
 Garden Spot Nursery
                                             Rolf Beckhusen
 Great Harvest Bread Company
                                             Salon Bellissima
 Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham
                                             Samson Estates Winery
 Icicle Outfitters & Guides, Inc.
                                             Seattle Mariners
 Joy Hale
                                             Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa
 Joy of Pilates & Fitness
                                             Sippin’ It
 Krista Gordon
                                             Sirena Gelato
 Kristin & Jorge Alvarez
                                             Steve Intveld
 Louis Auto Glass
                                             Steve Wright
 Maureen Osen
                                             Stockton’s Paint
 Merry Maids
                                             Tamara Belts
 Michal W Wiesbrock & Jeff Baldwin
                                             The Inn at Lynden
 Mike & Lennette Corwin
                                             Wright Family
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