Saturday, March 23, 2024
Mark your calendars and prepare to live dangerously for
INTL's Annual Gala & Auction! Let’s see if you have what it
takes to complete this mission. Be ready to shake (not stir)
your way through this evening of intrigue and glamour
while enjoying a fantastic dinner, live auction, and dancing.
Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club
Event Schedule
| 5:30 PM | Welcome & Cocktail Hour |
| 7:00 PM | Dinner (Menu) & Live Auction |
| 9:15 PM | Dancing |
| 11:30 PM | End |
Questions?
Email gala@svintl.org
Online Auction
Looking to add a new pastime to your repertoire? Find a new activity for your child, a home-cooked meal from one of our generous INTL families, wine to add to your cellar, or restaurant gift cards donated in support of the local community. Support INTL by bidding on one (or several!) online auction items.
Online Auction opens March 5, 2024 at 10AM.
Online Auction opens March 5, 2024 at 10AM.
Golden Paddle Raffle
Each $100 raffle ticket enters you into a drawing to win the Golden Paddle. The winner will receive a $5,000 credit to use towards ANY of the live auction packages, including Fund-a-Need. Purchase as many tickets as you wish. Only 100 tickets will be sold. This is your chance to compete for something grander than you planned, all while supporting INTL! Second prize wins a Club Med 7-night land-only vacation for two at one of four offered Club Med North America resorts. Details on purchasing a raffle ticket.
Past Lots From Our 2023 Auction
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Lot 1: Make It Rain Champagne
Full Details
Enjoy a chilled bottle of champagne for everyone at your table to really kick off the night! Complete with a tray of 10 glasses, this bubbly delight is sure to get you ready for the fantastic lineup of auction lots. So raise your glass to health, and Let’s Have a Ball! -
Lot 2: Boating with the Bonnets
Full Details
Don your sunglasses because you and five of your friends will be cruising out to the sparkling waters of Discovery Bay on the Bonnet family’s personal ski boat!Only about an hour away from our Cohn campus at INTL, your host will meet you at Discovery Bay, where the warm water channels will be your playground for the day. Located in the Delta area, your host will escort you to the best locations and invite you to choose any of the following activities: kneeboarding, water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing and/or sunbathing.There will be activities for all ages, and don’t worry if it’s your first time - your host can teach you how to kneeboard or waterski. No skills are required to be on a tube: only to swim and to “hang-on for your life!". -
Lot 3: The Panamanian Persuasion
Full Details
Ask any seasoned traveler where to go in Panama and they may very well share the same opinion - the best destination in the country for beach leisure and outdoor activities is in the charming coastal city of Coronado.
A family of 4 maximum (2 adults, 2 children) will enjoy two weeks of Coronadan hospitality at the Coronado Luxury Club & Suites through a two bedroom condo that overlooks the glistening Panama bay to the South and the grand mountains of Panama Oeste Province to the Northwest.
Included are a membership to the golf course (which has no green fee), access to the beach club pool and restaurant, tennis courts, and the country club restaurant. -
Lot 4: The World Capital of Gastronomy: La Lyonnaise Dinner for 8
Full Details
Enjoy an exquisite Lyonnaise dinner for 8 prepared by INTL parents, Véronique and Boris Micha with Ed Ericson as host. Born and raised in one of the food capitals of the world, the French city of Lyon, and having lived there for over 30 years before emigrating to the US, Véronique and Boris are excited to share the cooking traditions of the Lyonnaise cuisine with you. Pair this with the charm and hospitality of Ed Ericson’s wine at his home in Atherton, you are sure to have an exquisite experience. -
Lot 5: A Heavenly Stay at Lake Tahoe
Full Details
Do you love Lake Tahoe? The crystal clear lake surrounded by snowy mountains in a beautiful panorama? The slopes that make for incredible skiing and snowboarding? The wonderful Heavenly Village with great shopping and easy access to the top of the mountain via a scenic gondola ride?Only steps away from the famous Heavenly Village, is the Zalanta Resort, condos that combine the best parts of cozy cabins and luxurious hotels. You and up to seven others will enjoy two nights in a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo with all the elements that separate great from good. -
Lot 6: Ante Up!
Full Details
A festive soiree to celebrate a graduating class, a special occasion or a reunion with old friends - one lucky party will be ‘Leaving Las Vegas' and headed to Palo Alto for the grandest casino night offered in the history of ISTP/INTL.
INTL parents Vivian Chen and Zack Hou have doubled down and graciously offered to open up their back-to-back homes in order to host this epic event and offer some of the most popular games. -
Lot 7: Chef Barbara - Just For You
Full Details
Believe it or not, being a successful Head of School is no easy task. It takes commitment, efficiency, panache, and above all…passion. Barbara Greiner uses these skills every day at INTL, but what does she do with her time off campus?Barbara’s other passion is sharing her love of cuisine with guests in her Palo Alto home! Head-of-School-turned-Chef Barbara will remove her keycard and don her best apron to treat you to a delectable gourmet meal to give you a true feast to the palate!But no arrangement can be properly enjoyed without a strategically paired glass of wine, chosen by our very own wine aficionado Boris Misha. Boris will hand pick the perfect wine for each dish, assuring you will leave thoroughly satisfied. -
Lot 8: Start Your Engines!
Full Details
Imagine yourself behind the wheel of a real race car, the open air rushing past, the gears shifting with a metallic clank, the rising roar of the engine, the track ahead, the next turn.You can make it happen.At Thunderhill Raceway, you'll have 5 on-track sessions with the Funduro Roadster, where you'll enjoy a full day driving a true, professional racing machine. You'll have personal coaching, both via video and in the car, helping you reach peak performance on the track and set the best times. -
Lot 9: Discover Alaska Through the Eyes of A Native
Full Details
This lot is not your usual cruise or land tour. Tate Cohn has hand-tailored your voyage through the state of Alaska, also known as “The Last Frontier”. Tate is also born and raised in Alaska and her guidance comes from decades of experience. You really should read the full description, because it is jaw dropping. -
Lot 10: Wine-Paired Dining Fusion: A Persian & Mediterranean Multicultural Experience
Full Details
Immerse yourself in a delectable dinner for up to 8 guests with this delightful wine-paired dining experience.Persian and Greek cuisine merge in this marketplace of savory that is guaranteed to satisfy your appetite. The Persian influence infuses spices like saffron, fragrant herbs like tarragon, fenugreek and dill, with the sweet and sour of pomegranate and barberries (not harvested in any other place but Iran). It is then cooked in combination with nuts, dried fruits and a variety of vegetables, lamb, beef and poultry. The greek influence follows in similar fashion with foods such as Dolmas.
It would truly take years to sample all that this infusion has to offer. This well-thought out meal strives to pull from the best, incorporating excellent varieties of lamb and poultry dishes and a top selection of cheeses. It is served family style in the traditional way, which is why it is best enjoyed together with those you are close with. -
Lot 11: Only in Dubai
Full Details
“Once the sand of Dubai has settled on your shoulders, you can never shake it off.”Dubai is a city that must be seen and experienced to be believed. Record-breaking architecture stands alongside traditional quarters, while man-made islands jut out from the coastline. Experience bustling Dubai and a lively nightlife scene while staying in its leisurely beach district. -
Lot 12: Transform Your Life With Training Space
Full Details
Is it time for you to make a change in your fitness and diet goals? Here is your chance! This 12 week commitment is only for those who are truly ready to change their habits.Located in nearby Redwood City, Training Space has changed the lives of stay at home moms, venture capitalists, college students, and security guards. Anyone who is ready and willing to make a change in their life is welcome here. -
Lot 13: An Evening To Die For
Full DetailsWas it Mrs. Peacock in the Library or Colonel Mustard in the Ballroom? Resurrecting the fan favorite game of Clue to another level, you and 9 guests will experience an immersive Murder Mystery Dinner that will keep everyone in deadly suspense until the very end. Your undertakers - pardon, hosts - for the evening will be this year’s Gala co-chairs, Tate Cohn and Carol Cunningham, who are partnering again to offer this ghastly event. -
Lot 14: Principal for a Day
Full Details
Here’s a chance for your child to “run” INTL for a day!To start, the Principal for a Day will forgo their classes to work on the operations of INTL. As their friends watch with envy, the Principal for a Day will get to make an intercom announcement to the whole school, sit in on various meetings, have discussions about school issues, and enjoy lunch with the principal team. Just ask our 2022 winner, Principal Paxton!Your little Administrator may even have the opportunity to make decisions that will impact the future of the school!The Principal for a Day will also get to create their “ideal schedule” and draw plans for the ideal classroom. We can’t guarantee any implementation of what will surely be brilliant ideas, but we can promise it will be a fantastic day that they will long remember. -
Lot 15: Best Seats in the House: 49ers Owners Club Suite
Full Details
The rugged game of football and the indulgence of luxury don’t always go hand in hand, but you can experience the best of both worlds in this coveted lot! You and three guests will have the ultimate day of luxury that will strike envy in the heart of any football fan.Don the red, white, and gold, and get ready to experience a San Francisco 49ers game from a premier Citrix Owners Club suite! With the best seats in the house, you and your party will experience true red-carpet treatment while you watch the game like never before.This Owners Club suite is stocked to the nines with every comfort you could want for your dream game day. -
Lot 16: Si Fang Cai: Gastronomic Tour of China's 8 Great Cuisines
Full Details
Si Fang Cai (私房菜) or Private Chateau Cuisine refers to a highly exclusive and unique dining experience that is hosted in a private setting, such as someone’s home or a hidden location.Now is your opportunity to secure this once-in-a-lifetime experience that is more elusive than reservations at The French Laundry. Your chefs, INTL parents Leilei Song and Carol Cunningham, have crafted a special menu to transport 8 guests on a foodie tour of China’s 8 great cuisines that will encompass 8 main dishes. Selecting only the finest ingredients, and organic when available, they will create each of these dishes from scratch. -
Lot 17: The Palisades at Lake Tahoe
Full Details
Cozy up to the fireplace or venture to the ski-in, ski-out slopes with this four day, three night condo stay in the Palisades at Lake Tahoe. Situated at the base of jaw-dropping peaks, The Village at Palisades Tahoe in Olympic Valley also houses more than 50 bars, boutiques, and restaurants. -
Lot 18: Take You Out to the Ball Game!
Full Details
There’s nothing like watching our very own San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Now kick that experience up a notch and imagine watching a live game so close to the field you can smell the freshly cut grass.This package includes 4 front row tickets situated directly along the first-base outfield line. Get ready to cheer your favorite players as they sprint and slide their way to first!You will hit it out of the park with your friends and family by treating them to these unbelievable seats. Bidders be warned, one game in these seats and you’ll never be satisfied with any others! -
Lot 19: Discover the Spices of India
Full DetailsAwaken your senses with the rich, tantalizing aromas and flavours of Rajasthani and North India Cuisine.INTL trustee Sujata Narayan and her husband-turned-sous chef Sanjiv will take you on a memorable journey, sharing their culture and culinary secrets. First, they will perk up your senses with a light aperitif.Next, they will give you some academic background on the history of the local cuisine, how spices are selected, and how the food is prepared. You will then learn how to prepare a three-course meal with delectable starters, 4 delicious main dishes (one non-vegetarian, three vegetarian dishes), and accompaniments. This will be paired with delightful wines by Sanjiv.We encourage our lady guests to try on an authentic sari while gentlemen may try on shawls. These garments are gifts our guests may take home, providing memories of this evening.On departure you will also receive a special spice box from Sujata and Sanjiv, so you can recreate this experience at home.You will not want to miss out on this lively and delicious introduction to India’s incredible culture! -
Lot 20: The Hidden Splendor of Utah
Full Details
There are many scenic places in the United States, but few of them parallel the natural and diverse beauty of Utah. There are lakes that span as far as the eye can see, with a plethora of natural wonders peppering the landscape.Admire the view from this spacious and welcoming 4 bedroom modern contemporary townhome, where your backyard is literally an expanse of low lying hills and crisp, clean air. Very private, you can truly enjoy your 5 day, 4 night stay in proper Utain comfort. -
Lot 21: Courtside with the Golden State Warriors
Full Details
Here's your opportunity to watch the Golden State Warriors, one of the best teams in the NBA right now, with two courtside seats at the Chase Center!
You and a guest will see many of the NBA’s best players up close with center-court seats just two rows from the floor behind the scorer’s table. While the monitors’ statistics might pique your curiosity, you’ll want to keep your eyes on the players’ bench. You will be seated mere feet away from Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green—players of legendary talent who will astound you with a high-energy, high-scoring game!Your tickets come with access to the Chase Club, giving you all-inclusive food, beer, wine, and soft drinks throughout the game.From some of the best seats in the house, you will feel the frenzy of the entire arena. Join the crowd and let the other team know that this is Warriors Ground! -
Lot 22: Be a Rockstar with EXOPHONICS
Full Details
You may know Mathieu Nervet as the father of Damian and Lukas. What you may not know is that his band EXOPHONICS rocks the socks off of the Bay Area and they just so happen to be looking for a lead guitar player for a one-night only jamfest at their rehearsal studio. Whether you are a seasoned guitarist or just starting out, you can join the band and perform together. -
Lot 23: Fund-a-Need : The Neuroscience Behind Brain Development
Full Details
Over the past decade, research in the realm of neuroscience has created a significant change in the understanding of how the human brain learns. There is an important push now to pull this research off of the page and into the arms of teachers, who are eager to apply its wisdom today - not tomorrow. -
Lot 24: Learn to Fence with the Champion
Full Details
Are you curious about the ways of the blade? Let’s keep it simple.- Fencing: the combat sport of sword fighting.
- Champion: the victor in a challenge, contest, or competition.
- Introductory fencing lessons with Teddy Levitt: A once in a lifetime opportunity.
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Lot 25: A Relaxing Napa Retreat
Full Details
Enjoy this 3 day / 2 night stay in a comfortable but spacious Napa home, less than 5 miles from Napa’s thriving downtown. This 3-acre property is the perfect spot for the whole family to experience the majesty of the Napa Valley.
This lot is truly an oasis with an inspired backyard! It includes a secure lap pool with a safety fence, a flagstone dining & recreation area, and a beautiful fruit orchard! There are stunning panoramic views at the top of 3 acres that are kept well manicured by 8 sheep on the property. Young kids will enjoy feeding them at the end of the day when it’s time for the sheep to return to their pen. -
Lot 26: The Instant Wine Cellar
Full Details
If the saying “one can never have enough wine” rings true, then this lot is for you.Returning to Gala for the fourth year, here’s your chance to take home an entire cellar worth of wines thanks to INTL’s Instant Wine Cellar, featuring a surprise selection of delicious and varied vintages which are sure to evoke every form of flavor, texture, and style. -
Lot 27: Summer at the Incline Village
Full Details
Summering in Lake Tahoe is simply sublime!Situated in the picturesque enclave of Incline Village and minutes to private beaches, this charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath detached home can be yours for up to 6 nights. The owners are family friends who have generously donated this stay for the first time to 1 INTL family, up to 7 guests. -
Lot 28: Discover Your Ballroom Style
Full Details
Suitable for all levels and offered multiple times a week, Arete Dance Studio in Los Altos will provide you with the building blocks of dance. This series focuses on four dances: the Waltz, the Tango, the Cha Cha, and the Jive. With these introductory classes, you will develop your individual skills in both the ballroom and in Latin dance.The individual skills are personal, but the classes are not. Join a friendly and collaborative group of aspiring dancers with up to three of your close friends (totalling four people) and find your dance community.
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2022 Live Auction Lots
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Lot 1: Make It Rain Champagne
Read More
Enjoy a chilled bottle of champagne for everyone at your table to really kick off the night! Complete with a tray of 10 glasses, this bubbly delight is sure to get you ready for the fantastic lineup of auction lots. So raise your glass to health, and Let’s Have a Ball! -
Lot 2: Boating with the Bonnets
Read More
Don your sunglasses because you and five of your friends will be cruising out to the sparkling waters of Discovery Bay on the Bonnet family’s personal ski boat!Only about an hour away from our Cohn campus at INTL, your host will meet you at Discovery Bay, where the warm water channels will be your playground for the day. Located in the Delta area, your host will escort you to the best locations and invite you to choose any of the following activities: kneeboarding, water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing and/or sunbathing.There will be activities for all ages, and don’t worry if it’s your first time - your host can teach you how to kneeboard or waterski. No skills are required to be on a tube: only to swim and to “hang-on for your life!". -
Lot 3: The Panamanian Persuasion
Read More
Ask any seasoned traveler where to go in Panama and they may very well share the same opinion - the best destination in the country for beach leisure and outdoor activities is in the charming coastal city of Coronado.
A family of 4 maximum (2 adults, 2 children) will enjoy two weeks of Coronadan hospitality at the Coronado Luxury Club & Suites through a two bedroom condo that overlooks the glistening Panama bay to the South and the grand mountains of Panama Oeste Province to the Northwest.
Included are a membership to the golf course (which has no green fee), access to the beach club pool and restaurant, tennis courts, and the country club restaurant. -
Lot 4: The World Capital of Gastronomy: La Lyonnaise Dinner for 8
Read More
Enjoy an exquisite Lyonnaise dinner for 8 prepared by INTL parents, Véronique and Boris Micha with Ed Ericson as host. Born and raised in one of the food capitals of the world, the French city of Lyon, and having lived there for over 30 years before emigrating to the US, Véronique and Boris are excited to share the cooking traditions of the Lyonnaise cuisine with you. Pair this with the charm and hospitality of Ed Ericson’s wine at his home in Atherton, you are sure to have an exquisite experience. -
Lot 5: A Heavenly Stay at Lake Tahoe
Read More
Do you love Lake Tahoe? The crystal clear lake surrounded by snowy mountains in a beautiful panorama? The slopes that make for incredible skiing and snowboarding? The wonderful Heavenly Village with great shopping and easy access to the top of the mountain via a scenic gondola ride?Only steps away from the famous Heavenly Village, is the Zalanta Resort, condos that combine the best parts of cozy cabins and luxurious hotels. You and up to seven others will enjoy two nights in a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo with all the elements that separate great from good. -
Lot 6: Ante Up!
Read More
A festive soiree to celebrate a graduating class, a special occasion or a reunion with old friends - one lucky party will be ‘Leaving Las Vegas' and headed to Palo Alto for the grandest casino night offered in the history of ISTP/INTL.
INTL parents Vivian Chen and Zack Hou have doubled down and graciously offered to open up their back-to-back homes in order to host this epic event and offer some of the most popular games. -
Lot 7: Chef Barbara - Just For You
Read More
Believe it or not, being a successful Head of School is no easy task. It takes commitment, efficiency, panache, and above all…passion. Barbara Greiner uses these skills every day at INTL, but what does she do with her time off campus?Barbara’s other passion is sharing her love of cuisine with guests in her Palo Alto home! Head-of-School-turned-Chef Barbara will remove her keycard and don her best apron to treat you to a delectable gourmet meal to give you a true feast to the palate!But no arrangement can be properly enjoyed without a strategically paired glass of wine, chosen by our very own wine aficionado Boris Misha. Boris will hand pick the perfect wine for each dish, assuring you will leave thoroughly satisfied. -
Lot 8: Start Your Engines!
Read More
Imagine yourself behind the wheel of a real race car, the open air rushing past, the gears shifting with a metallic clank, the rising roar of the engine, the track ahead, the next turn.You can make it happen.At Thunderhill Raceway, you'll have 5 on-track sessions with the Funduro Roadster, where you'll enjoy a full day driving a true, professional racing machine. You'll have personal coaching, both via video and in the car, helping you reach peak performance on the track and set the best times. -
Lot 9: Discover Alaska Through the Eyes of A Native
Read More
This lot is not your usual cruise or land tour. Tate Cohn has hand-tailored your voyage through the state of Alaska, also known as “The Last Frontier”. Tate is also born and raised in Alaska and her guidance comes from decades of experience. You really should read the full description, because it is jaw dropping. -
Lot 10: Wine-Paired Dining Fusion: A Persian & Mediterranean Multicultural Experience
Read More
Immerse yourself in a delectable dinner for up to 8 guests with this delightful wine-paired dining experience.Persian and Greek cuisine merge in this marketplace of savory that is guaranteed to satisfy your appetite. The Persian influence infuses spices like saffron, fragrant herbs like tarragon, fenugreek and dill, with the sweet and sour of pomegranate and barberries (not harvested in any other place but Iran). It is then cooked in combination with nuts, dried fruits and a variety of vegetables, lamb, beef and poultry. The greek influence follows in similar fashion with foods such as Dolmas.
It would truly take years to sample all that this infusion has to offer. This well-thought out meal strives to pull from the best, incorporating excellent varieties of lamb and poultry dishes and a top selection of cheeses. It is served family style in the traditional way, which is why it is best enjoyed together with those you are close with. -
Lot 11: Only in Dubai
Read More
“Once the sand of Dubai has settled on your shoulders, you can never shake it off.”Dubai is a city that must be seen and experienced to be believed. Record-breaking architecture stands alongside traditional quarters, while man-made islands jut out from the coastline. Experience bustling Dubai and a lively nightlife scene while staying in its leisurely beach district. -
Lot 12: Transform Your Life With Training Space
Read More
Is it time for you to make a change in your fitness and diet goals? Here is your chance! This 12 week commitment is only for those who are truly ready to change their habits.Located in nearby Redwood City, Training Space has changed the lives of stay at home moms, venture capitalists, college students, and security guards. Anyone who is ready and willing to make a change in their life is welcome here. -
Lot 13: An Evening To Die For
Read MoreWas it Mrs. Peacock in the Library or Colonel Mustard in the Ballroom? Resurrecting the fan favorite game of Clue to another level, you and 9 guests will experience an immersive Murder Mystery Dinner that will keep everyone in deadly suspense until the very end. Your undertakers - pardon, hosts - for the evening will be this year’s Gala co-chairs, Tate Cohn and Carol Cunningham, who are partnering again to offer this ghastly event. -
Lot 14: Principal for a Day
Read More
Here’s a chance for your child to “run” INTL for a day!To start, the Principal for a Day will forgo their classes to work on the operations of INTL. As their friends watch with envy, the Principal for a Day will get to make an intercom announcement to the whole school, sit in on various meetings, have discussions about school issues, and enjoy lunch with the principal team. Just ask our 2022 winner, Principal Paxton!Your little Administrator may even have the opportunity to make decisions that will impact the future of the school!The Principal for a Day will also get to create their “ideal schedule” and draw plans for the ideal classroom. We can’t guarantee any implementation of what will surely be brilliant ideas, but we can promise it will be a fantastic day that they will long remember. -
Lot 15: Best Seats in the House: 49ers Owners Club Suite
Read More
The rugged game of football and the indulgence of luxury don’t always go hand in hand, but you can experience the best of both worlds in this coveted lot! You and three guests will have the ultimate day of luxury that will strike envy in the heart of any football fan.Don the red, white, and gold, and get ready to experience a San Francisco 49ers game from a premier Citrix Owners Club suite! With the best seats in the house, you and your party will experience true red-carpet treatment while you watch the game like never before.This Owners Club suite is stocked to the nines with every comfort you could want for your dream game day. -
Lot 16: Si Fang Cai: Gastronomic Tour of China's 8 Great Cuisines
Read More
Si Fang Cai (私房菜) or Private Chateau Cuisine refers to a highly exclusive and unique dining experience that is hosted in a private setting, such as someone’s home or a hidden location.Now is your opportunity to secure this once-in-a-lifetime experience that is more elusive than reservations at The French Laundry. Your chefs, INTL parents Leilei Song and Carol Cunningham, have crafted a special menu to transport 8 guests on a foodie tour of China’s 8 great cuisines that will encompass 8 main dishes. Selecting only the finest ingredients, and organic when available, they will create each of these dishes from scratch. -
Lot 17: The Palisades at Lake Tahoe
Read More
Cozy up to the fireplace or venture to the ski-in, ski-out slopes with this four day, three night condo stay in the Palisades at Lake Tahoe. Situated at the base of jaw-dropping peaks, The Village at Palisades Tahoe in Olympic Valley also houses more than 50 bars, boutiques, and restaurants. -
Lot 18: Take You Out to the Ball Game!
Read More
There’s nothing like watching our very own San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Now kick that experience up a notch and imagine watching a live game so close to the field you can smell the freshly cut grass.This package includes 4 front row tickets situated directly along the first-base outfield line. Get ready to cheer your favorite players as they sprint and slide their way to first!You will hit it out of the park with your friends and family by treating them to these unbelievable seats. Bidders be warned, one game in these seats and you’ll never be satisfied with any others! -
Lot 19: Discover the Spices of India
Read MoreAwaken your senses with the rich, tantalizing aromas and flavours of Rajasthani and North India Cuisine.INTL trustee Sujata Narayan and her husband-turned-sous chef Sanjiv will take you on a memorable journey, sharing their culture and culinary secrets. First, they will perk up your senses with a light aperitif.Next, they will give you some academic background on the history of the local cuisine, how spices are selected, and how the food is prepared. You will then learn how to prepare a three-course meal with delectable starters, 4 delicious main dishes (one non-vegetarian, three vegetarian dishes), and accompaniments. This will be paired with delightful wines by Sanjiv.We encourage our lady guests to try on an authentic sari while gentlemen may try on shawls. These garments are gifts our guests may take home, providing memories of this evening.On departure you will also receive a special spice box from Sujata and Sanjiv, so you can recreate this experience at home.You will not want to miss out on this lively and delicious introduction to India’s incredible culture! -
Lot 20: The Hidden Splendor of Utah
Read More
There are many scenic places in the United States, but few of them parallel the natural and diverse beauty of Utah. There are lakes that span as far as the eye can see, with a plethora of natural wonders peppering the landscape.Admire the view from this spacious and welcoming 4 bedroom modern contemporary townhome, where your backyard is literally an expanse of low lying hills and crisp, clean air. Very private, you can truly enjoy your 5 day, 4 night stay in proper Utain comfort. -
Lot 21: Courtside with the Golden State Warriors
Read More
Here's your opportunity to watch the Golden State Warriors, one of the best teams in the NBA right now, with two courtside seats at the Chase Center!
You and a guest will see many of the NBA’s best players up close with center-court seats just two rows from the floor behind the scorer’s table. While the monitors’ statistics might pique your curiosity, you’ll want to keep your eyes on the players’ bench. You will be seated mere feet away from Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green—players of legendary talent who will astound you with a high-energy, high-scoring game!Your tickets come with access to the Chase Club, giving you all-inclusive food, beer, wine, and soft drinks throughout the game.From some of the best seats in the house, you will feel the frenzy of the entire arena. Join the crowd and let the other team know that this is Warriors Ground! -
Lot 22: Be a Rockstar with EXOPHONICS
Read More
You may know Mathieu Nervet as the father of Damian and Lukas. What you may not know is that his band EXOPHONICS rocks the socks off of the Bay Area and they just so happen to be looking for a lead guitar player for a one-night only jamfest at their rehearsal studio. Whether you are a seasoned guitarist or just starting out, you can join the band and perform together. -
Lot 23: Fund-a-Need : The Neuroscience Behind Brain Development
Read More
Over the past decade, research in the realm of neuroscience has created a significant change in the understanding of how the human brain learns. There is an important push now to pull this research off of the page and into the arms of teachers, who are eager to apply its wisdom today - not tomorrow. -
Lot 24: Learn to Fence with the Champion
Read More
Are you curious about the ways of the blade? Let’s keep it simple.- Fencing: the combat sport of sword fighting.
- Champion: the victor in a challenge, contest, or competition.
- Introductory fencing lessons with Teddy Levitt: A once in a lifetime opportunity.
-
Lot 25: A Relaxing Napa Retreat
Read More
Enjoy this 3 day / 2 night stay in a comfortable but spacious Napa home, less than 5 miles from Napa’s thriving downtown. This 3-acre property is the perfect spot for the whole family to experience the majesty of the Napa Valley.
This lot is truly an oasis with an inspired backyard! It includes a secure lap pool with a safety fence, a flagstone dining & recreation area, and a beautiful fruit orchard! There are stunning panoramic views at the top of 3 acres that are kept well manicured by 8 sheep on the property. Young kids will enjoy feeding them at the end of the day when it’s time for the sheep to return to their pen. -
Lot 26: The Instant Wine Cellar
Read More
If the saying “one can never have enough wine” rings true, then this lot is for you.Returning to Gala for the fourth year, here’s your chance to take home an entire cellar worth of wines thanks to INTL’s Instant Wine Cellar, featuring a surprise selection of delicious and varied vintages which are sure to evoke every form of flavor, texture, and style. -
Lot 27: Summer at the Incline Village
Read More
Summering in Lake Tahoe is simply sublime!Situated in the picturesque enclave of Incline Village and minutes to private beaches, this charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath detached home can be yours for up to 6 nights. The owners are family friends who have generously donated this stay for the first time to 1 INTL family, up to 7 guests. -
Lot 28: Discover Your Ballroom Style
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Suitable for all levels and offered multiple times a week, Arete Dance Studio in Los Altos will provide you with the building blocks of dance. This series focuses on four dances: the Waltz, the Tango, the Cha Cha, and the Jive. With these introductory classes, you will develop your individual skills in both the ballroom and in Latin dance.The individual skills are personal, but the classes are not. Join a friendly and collaborative group of aspiring dancers with up to three of your close friends (totalling four people) and find your dance community.
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Rising Star & Spirit of INTL Alumni Awards
Rising Star and Spirit of INTL Alumni Awards are presented annually at the Gala & Auction.
ANNUAL GALA & AUCTION
Date: Saturday, March 23, 2024
Location: Palo Alto Hills Golf and Country Club
Time: 5:30PM
Individual Tickets: $255
Alumni (21+) Tickets: $185
Time: 5:30PM
Individual Tickets: $255
Alumni (21+) Tickets: $185
You'll enjoy an evening of fun entertainment, dinner and drinks, an energetic auction, live DJ and dancing, and at the heart of it, our phenomenal community.
The annual Gala & Auction is Silicon Valley International School's largest and most important fundraising event of the year. Guests enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment and great company, while supporting our students.
INTL would like to thank the following individuals for their generous support and dedication: Gala Chair Reena Wittig and Online Auction Volunteers Lindi Minh & Linda Wang.