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Celebrity waiters luncheon of seattle


After 41 amazing years, the Seattle Celebrity Waiters have decided to hang up their aprons and transfer the stewardship of its signature event to the Seattle Police Foundation, which has been the beneficiary of the event the past three years.  

For decades, Seattle Celebrity Waiters has transported guests across time, cultures, music, and movies by reimagining unique and zany ways to raise money. With that, we have raised millions of dollars for local charitable organizations by hosting one of the most fun parties Seattle has ever seen. 

As we wrap things up, we want to thank all of you for your support and generosity (we wouldn’t have been as successful without you!) and encourage you to continue supporting the Seattle Police Foundation as they embark on a new chapter for this lunchtime charity.

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About Us

The Celebrity Waiters Luncheon was founded in 1984 by Gene Juarez with the help of Dick Friel, Michael Malone, David Wymann, Jr. (Phil Smart Jr.), Brooks Whittle, and Ron Neubauer.  Their objective was to create a unique and innovative lunchtime auction comprised with key business and community leaders. Guests are invited to sit at their table and are waited on by their Celebrity Waiter host. The waiter encourages their table guests to bid on auction items, donate through raise the paddle and “tip” their waiter throughout this fun-filled, themed event. This inventive formula has made Celebrity Waiters Luncheon was one of the most successful daytime Seattle auctions for over 40 years.
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Our Mission

​The Celebrity Waiters Luncheon Organization has served the Puget Sound area by raising funds annually for a local charitable organization in the areas of Education, Health, Human Services and Children/Youth.
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​Luncheon of Seattle

​CWL was one of the most successful, zaniest, over-the-top luncheon charity events in the United States. Its success was about the organized chaos, costumes, pranks, and a swelling SPIRIT of fun, along with an “on vacation” mentality. With the combination of wonderful auction items and generous donors, CWL helped deliver a once-in-a-lifetime experience for everyone involved.
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