Join us for this year’s PEPS Benefit Luncheon at Fisher Pavilion. This annual gathering brings the community together to raise critical funds for PEPS, hear powerful stories, and support the programs that make connection possible for over 5,000 parents each year.

There is no cost to attend the Benefit Luncheon, but registration is required. 

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Seattle Center Fisher Pavilion

• 11 am Social Hour: Mimosas & Mingling | Sponsor & Partner Booths | Connection & Community | Pictures & Prizes
• 11:45 - 1 pm Seated Lunch and Program: Food & Fun | Inspiration & Impact | Generosity & Giving

Babes-in-arms are welcome, and free childcare is available for children ages 18 months-5 years at the Seattle Children's Museum and provided by Rosie. Registration is required: Registration and FAQ here. 

During the program, guests will be invited to make a meaningful gift, with a suggested minimum of $150.

Contributions made at the Luncheon directly fuel PEPS: building inclusive parent community, expanding programs, and partnering with community organizations to reach families facing the greatest barriers to support. Gifts also strengthen advocacy efforts so parents and families across our region can access the connection and resources they need now.

Join our Challenge & Sponsor Teams!

• Give early towards our Giving Challenge, which encourages others to give by matching gifts of $400 to $1,499 and Sustainer Circle commitments ($1,500+/year for 3 years) up to a total of $85,000.
• Spread the word about your business or new venture and join us as an Event Sponsor!

Meet Our Co-Hosts

Ashley Northup

Ashley Northup (she/her) is a dynamic auctioneer and emcee for in-person, virtual, and hybrid fundraisers. With a master’s degree in special education and a background as a public-school teacher, she’s spent her career mastering one key skill: keeping people genuinely engaged. Onstage, that translates into a high-trust presence that’s equal parts heartfelt, fun, and effective.

Ashley has partnered with organizations such as LeMay America’s Car Museum, Lakeside School, SheJumps, Best Buddies, WWIN, The Assistance League, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, KIDS Center Bend, Southwest Youth and Family Services, St. Thomas School, Westside School, Cascadia Art Museum, the ALS Association, and many others.

When she’s not behind the mic, Ashley teaches chair yoga for seniors—and yes, she really does flying trapeze (because apparently fundraising wasn’t exhilarating enough). Meet Ashley and the Northup Fundraising team at NorthupFundraising.com.

Everett Fitzhugh

Everett Fitzhugh (he/him) is the Radio Play-by-Play Announcer for the Seattle Kraken, but his role goes beyond broadcasting. He regularly collaborates with the Kraken’s community relations team, speaking to people of all backgrounds about hockey, to meeting with community and business leaders across the Greater Seattle Area. One of his favorite aspects of the job is bringing the community together to learn about the sport and become avid fans.

That love of community brought Everett to PEPS; he and his wife joined a Group with their baby, and he felt open to share – sometimes overshare, he says -- with his group immediately. The connection, he said, “prevented us from drowning” and inspired him to join the PEPS Board of Directors.