Both of my kids are Mary Bridge kids.

Mary Bridge has been there to help not only my family, and countless others across Washington, during some of life's most overwhelming moments. Being able to give back to the team and the place that has carried so many families through their hardest days isn't just an event goal. It's meaningful, helpful, and life changing to someone of those who need it most.

On Saturday, August 8 2026, NW Poké Fest returns for it's 2nd year, this time to Market Square in University Place WA. The centerpiece of this event is our giving to Mary Bridge in more ways than just one.

Here's how you can be a part of it:

* Collect for A Cause Binder - Collectors can donate a card to the binder that will be auctioned on August 8. (100% of the proceeds go to Mary Bridge Children's Foundation)

* Meet the Mission - MultiCare and Mary Bridge representatives will be onsite at NW Poké Fest ready to talk about their mission and take donations

* Through this site. If you are a Pokémon fan and can't make it to NW Poké Fest this is your way to be a part of the story and show everyone Pokémon fans are the very best at supporting the community.

Every donation, big or small, goes to the same place: the kids and families in our community who need it most.

Thank you for being part of NW Poké Fest! Thank you for supporting Mary Bridge Children's Foundation. And thank you for proving, once again, that this community has the biggest heart of all.

-Silvia "PokéMom253" Thompson

Founder, NW Poke Fest

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Northwest Poké Fest is an independently organized fan event, not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by The Pokémon Company International, Nintendo, Game Freak, or Creatures Inc.