The Big Top is Calling! Discover All the Ways to Be a Part of “A Night of Wonder” CU4Kids Benefit Auction

Posted by Alyse Knudsen on July 3, 2025

Step right up for a night of magic, mystery, and meaningful giving! This year’s CU4Kids Benefit Auction at MAXX 2025 is transforming into A Night of Wonder — a dazzling, circus-inspired celebration you won’t want to miss. Drawing inspiration from the enchantment of Cirque du Soleil and the charm of vintage carnivals, this unforgettable evening will take place at the Hyatt Regency Portland on Wednesday, Oct. 15.

Renowned as one of the premier fundraising galas in the region, the CU4Kids Benefit Auction continues to break records. Last year alone, the generosity of our attendees helped raise an astounding $1.2 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. This year, we’re setting our sights even higher — so join us under the big top and be part of the magic!

Tickets and Tables

Whether you’re flying solo or bringing the whole troupe, you’ve got options! Individual tickets are available for those looking to enjoy the magic on their own, or you can reserve a full table for you and your credit union colleagues to experience A Night of Wonder together.

Secure your seat under the big top now!

Donations for the Online Auctions Needed

The CU4Kids Auction Committee is now collecting donations for this year’s online auction, and we need your help to make it truly spectacular!

We’re on the lookout for exciting, high-interest items that will dazzle bidders and help us raise vital funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Some great examples of what we’d love to feature include:

• Unique experiences – concert tickets, guided fishing trips, sports events, spa packages, cooking classes, behind-the-scenes tours
• Gift cards – to restaurants, retail shops, or service providers
• Tech gadgets – smart speakers, headphones, Apple Watches, and more
• Golf packages – foursomes, club access, or golf merchandise
•  Signed memorabilia – collectibles, artwork, or sports gear

Have something else exciting in mind? We’d love to hear about it!

No item to donate? No problem! You can become a Magic Maker Sponsor by contributing funds that we’ll use to purchase an item on your behalf for the auction. It’s a great way to participate and support the cause — even without a physical donation.

Click HERE to learn more and make your donation today!

Donate Online

Can’t make it to the big show? You can still be part of the magic! Even if you won’t be under the big top with us, you can support A Night of Wonder by making a cash donation online through Greater Giving.

Every dollar donated through the live auction, online auction, and Greater Giving goes directly to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals — and even better, your credit union’s generosity stays local, helping the CMN Hospital that serves your community. You’re not just making a difference — you’re making miracles happen for kids right in your own backyard. So step right up and make your impact today!

Whether you’re bidding, donating, or cheering from afar, every gesture brings us one step closer to making miracles real.

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