✨ What an incredible afternoon! ✨

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us for the North Thurston Education Foundation’s 23rd Annual “Because of You” Luncheon at Indian Summer Golf & Country Club.

Because of you—our donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners—students across North Thurston Public Schools have the resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive.

Thank you to our speakers, JJ Pritchett and Virginia Marhum.

Congratulations to our Business Champion of the Year, Peak Credit Union and to our Sustaining Business Champion of the Year, Hops-n-Drops!

And to our 2025 Ring of Honor Recipient: Beth Utto-Galarneau!

We’re deeply grateful for your generosity and commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to achieve their dreams.

Special thanks to photographer Clair Farris for beautifully capturing the spirit of the day—swipe through the photos and relive the moments that made this luncheon so special!