Create The Change You Want To See
- UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
Join us for I.A.M.U.’s Auction Night—an inspiring evening to uplift youth and create real change in our communities.
Date and time
Location
The Avelon Ballroom
2315 6th Avenue Tacoma, WA 98403Refund Policy
Agenda
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
I.A.M.U Introduction
Jasmine Jimenez
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Advocates, Mentors, Survivors, Probation Speakers
Jasmine Jimenez
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Not Your Average Auction Time
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Meet and Mingle
About this event
- Event lasts 3 hours
- UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
- Free venue parking
Welcome to Create The Change You Want To See Auction!
Date: August 3rd,2025
Location: Avelon Ballroom Tacoma Wa
FEATURING POWERFUL GUEST SPEAKERS WHO INSPIRE CHANGE:
- Eddie Edward – Musician & Storyteller of Triumph
- Jeremy Winzer – Program Manager at Progress Pushers & Founder of Hoops to Heal
- Kemijah O’Neal – Youth Advocate & Healing Voice
- Stephanie Jones – Soul-Stirring Poet
- Justice Laney Hall – Juvenile Probation Counselor, Pierce County
- De’Arra Williams – Author & Advocate for Youth
These incredible individuals are shaping a brighter future for our youth—and YOU can be a part of it.
AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS – BID ON AMAZING EXPERIENCES & PACKAGES LIKE:
- Painting or Tattoo Sessions
- “Sip & Soar” Getaway to California
- Dream Vacations: Tulum, St. Lucia, or Heavenly Hawaii
- Gourmet Desserts & Custom Treat Boxes
- Curated Gift Baskets (Self-Care, Coffee Lovers, Family Fun, & More)
- Yoga & Dance Classes
- Dinner & Movie Nights
- And SO much more!
Why This Matters:
This event is more than just an auction—it’s a movement to raise critical funds for our Youth Re-Entry Program, Victim Support & Assault Recovery Services, and Mental Health Programs. These are life-changing resources that help young people rebuild, recover, and rise above.
Let’s come together as a community to invest in our youth, uplift our future leaders, and create the change we all want to see.
Be the change. Bid for the change. Create the change.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, as long as the event is not sold out!
This auction supports I.A.M.U.’s programs for youth re-entry, victim support, and mental health. All proceeds go directly to helping at-risk youth in King, Pierce, and Thurston counties.
No! Unfortunately this space is not wheelchair accessible. Our goal is to allow those that are not able to attend the option to bid via live stream.
Every ticket includes a thank-you gift bag, one complimentary drink, and a personal charcuterie board.
Auction items include local art, tattoo sessions, desserts, getaways (Tulum, Hawaii, St. Lucia), spa days, gift baskets, and more!
Absolutely! You can make a donation online via our PayPal link or sponsor a youth/family to attend. CAN’T ATTEND BUT WANT TO SUPPORT? Donate here: Paypal Link
This is a family-friendly event. However, auction bidding and complimentary drinks are 21+.
Smart casual or semi-formal. Come as you are, but feel free to dress up!
Yes! We welcome sponsors and auction item donations. Email jada@iamucommunity.org or call (425) 285-7475.
Visit our website: www.iamucommunity.org