United Way
Downtown - Seattle:
Night Out For Caring
Night Out for Caring
Party with a purpose at Safeco Field
Friday, Sept. 21, 2018
Looking for a fun way to give back? Want to meet other people who care about doing good in the community? Shocked to hear that Washington state is 42nd in high school graduation rates (i.e., nearly last!)? Come to the biggest, best party of the year. The Seattle Mariners and United Way of King County care about kids’ education and want to see you at Night Out for Caring on Friday, Sept. 21, at Safeco Field.
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