Celebrating a Great Year… and Big Things Ahead for REF!
October 12, 2026
Hello REF friends,
As fall settles into our valley and our schools are buzzing with a new year of learning, REF is busy planning for another incredible year of fundraising, grantmaking, and community connection.
A Year of Impact
This past school year, REF awarded $86,087.99 in funding, supporting 33 grants across all 6 Riverview schools.
These dollars support things like robotics kits, literacy programs, science equipment, art supplies, and hands‑on learning experiences that teachers couldn’t offer without your support. Every grant represents curiosity sparked, confidence strengthened, and opportunities created for our students.
Since our founding in 1991, REF has awarded over 633 grants and more than $1.5 million in funding – all thanks to the generosity of our Riverview community.
Save the Date: REF Night Out 2027
We’re already planning an unforgettable evening in support of our students!
REF Night Out – Saturday, February 20, 2027 📍 Sparkman Cellars, Woodinville
Join us for an evening of bids, bites, and BIG impact. Last year, our incredible community helped raise $100,000 for students. Let’s do it again and make an even bigger difference together.
🎟️ Ticket and event details will be coming soon – keep your eye out!
🎃 Kick off the spooky season with REF!
Join us in Carnation at the Halloween Candy Crawl on Saturday, October 25, from 1-4 PM at Tolt Commons. Stop by our booth for light‑up rings, candy, and a chance to win a REF grant for your favorite teacher by guessing the number of eyeballs in our jar.
Duvall for the Downtown Halloween Kids Party on Friday, October 30, from 3–6 PM. We’ll be next to Red Pepper Pizza with more candy, more light‑up rings, and another round of our eyeball‑jar guessing game. It’s a fun way to celebrate Halloween while supporting Riverview students.
REF was created to generate financial and community support for enriching the education of Riverview students. Our volunteer‑led organization continues to thrive because our community believes every student deserves educational opportunities.
Your contributions make this possible. Thank you for investing in our kids. ❤️