
Art Walk + Auction
Saturday, April 26
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: WMS Campus
Theme: Glow Together: A Brighter Future
You’re invited to our premier fundraising event! Peruse items in our live and silent auctions, enjoy a delicious meal catered by Fadi’s, all while networking with other families and enjoying the evening’s entertainment! Join us and Let’s Glow Together for a Brighter Future for WMS!
How Do We Use the Dollars Raised?
Your generosity in supporting our 2025 Art Walk + Auction will enable the school to help fund innovative STEAM initiatives that inspire curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning at WMS. Come be part of this brilliant celebration—where every bid, brushstroke, and bright idea helps ignite the future!
Highlighted Auction Items
One-of-a-kind, handcrafted artwork and several other items from our community will be available for auction during the event. You can view them and more on the auction website, where new items will be continuously added leading up to the event. We encourage you to consider donating an auction item and hope to see you there!
The auction will run from 6:00 am on Friday, April 18 until 7:00 pm on Saturday, April 26 CDT. It will be paused during the live, in-person auction.
Please note that these times are tentative and subject to change up until the event.
Auction Submission Deadline
Monday, April 14
Opportunities to Get Involved
The success of Westside Montessori School fundraisers depend heavily on the generosity of the parents in our community who selflessly volunteer their time. Please take a moment to review the several rewarding opportunities we have available to make a difference.

- Event planning
- Gather auction items
- Assist with the live auction
- Manage the online auction
- Coordinate food
- Decorations
- Set up
- Clean up
- Registration table
- Donate handcrafted artwork
- Loan tables or tent canopies

We are welcoming art submissions in a wide variety of mediums including but not limited to:
- paintings
- sculptures
- watercolors
- pottery
- woodwork
- embroidery
- quilting
- crocheting
- photography
- calligraphy
- glass work (mosaic, stained glass, etc)
Anything handmade or homemade is perfect!
Please Note: Artwork does not need to follow the event theme.

Examples of past donations include:
- Weekend getaway to a destination home or timeshare
- Host an event (pool party, dinner party, etc.)
- Airline tickets
- Hotel reservations
- Event tickets
- Collectibles
- Antiques
- Sports memorabilia
- Jewelry
- Artwork
- Gift baskets
- Wine donations
- Spa treatments
- Gym passes / personal training
- Gift certificates
- Car detailing
- Electronics
- Business services

Underwriting is an immediate way to help with gala expenses by making a family donation. 2024 Jungle Art Walk + Auction underwriting contributions are tax deductible, and a donation receipt will be provided. All underwriters will be recognized in the 2024 Jungle Art Walk + Auction program, unless you prefer to remain anonymous.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Becoming a platinum, gold, or silver sponsor for the Westside Montessori School 2024 “Jungle” Art Walk offers an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your commitment to fostering creativity and education within our community. As a sponsor, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits such as prominent recognition in event materials, heightened visibility among our esteemed guests, and the chance to align your brand with a beloved institution dedicated to nurturing young minds. Join us in transforming dreams into masterpieces and leave a lasting legacy of support for the arts and education.
- Four Adventurer Tickets
- VIP Parking
- Logo on Event Website (linked to your website)
- Logo on Event Banner
- Social Media Post
- Logo in Event Recap Video
- MC Announcement
- Underwrites Four Teacher Tickets for WMS Staff
- Two Adventurer Tickets
- VIP Parking
- Logo on Event Website (linked to your website)
- Logo on Event Banner
- MC Announcement
- Underwrites Two Teacher Tickets for WMS Staff
- Two Explorer Tickets
- Logo on Event Website (linked to your website)
- Logo on Event Banner
- MC Announcement
- Underwrites Two Teacher Tickets for WMS Staff
Deadline: Monday, April 14, 2025
What to Wear
Dress to shine! Don your metallics, white, or neutral tones with shimmering or iridescent accents. Add glow-in-the-dark or sparkling details for a playful touch. Choose elegant yet comfortable attire suitable for this glowing evening event.
Childcare

Children will be hosted at the school to better serve our parents with Toddlers. Your children can look forward to movie and pizza! Book now because spots are limited!
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Pricing
$20 per child