15 2020-2021 ANNUAL GIVING
ANNUAL GALA - SILVER LININGS Early this spring, over 200 FAIS friends and families gathered virtually for the 2021 FAIS Annual Gala in a spirit of celebration and appreciation for the French American International School. The theme, “Silver Linings,” highlighted the bright edges of a challenging year and the astonishing resilience of our global community. With a focus on community connection, the FAIS Virtual Gala was designed to help guests experience something as close to an in-person event as possible. Everything from a guest appearance by “Teacher Dave” during a pre-show social hour, to a specially curated “Experience Package,” with dinner, wine, and special treats to help guests engage during the live broadcast, provided opportunities for guests to feel a part of the action. The sold-out Experience Package included a three-course meal by ChefStable as well as extra gifts like a “silver linings jar,” Poisson d’Avril chocolates, and a seed packet. Each element tied in to a live treasure hunt on campus, hosted by Matt Birchard, FAIS parent and trustee, and auctioneer Alix Zimmermann, from Artisan Auctions. Families bid on art projects and live auction packages, entered the raffle to win free after-school care, and raised those virtual paddles high, raising over $300,000 for Financial Aid and the Special Appeal!
