Posted on March 8, 2010 by Date for the Cure
We are pleased to announce that the 5th Annual Date for the Cure bachelor and bachelorette auction raised nearly $27,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! Held on March 6, 2010, the event was a tremendous success! We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our…
- Bachelors and bachelorettes, who put their egos on the line and donated time before, during and after the event,
- Donors and sponsors, who contributed over $4,000 in date packages, door prizes, alcohol, promotions and services,
- Volunteers, who helped us run an amazingly smooth “uneventful” event from start to finish, and
- Guests, some of whom bid as much as $900 for a bachelor or bachelorette!
Thank you to everyone for your support – we hope to see you again in 2011!
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Posted on February 26, 2010 by Date for the Cure
Meet our bachelor Matt!
36 years old
6’0″
Dentist
A midwest boy, moving to Seattle from Wayne, MI. He is currently training for a Team in Training Triathlon (in Maui) but when he is not training you can find him snowboarding , cycling, reading and spending time with friends.
When asked what is your mission in life? “Live my dreams and always keep dreaming.”
Stay tuned for details on Matt’s date package!
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Posted on February 26, 2010 by Date for the Cure
Meet our bachelor Brian!
30 years old
6’0″
Sales/Marketing
Brian comes to us from the sunshine state of Florida! His tan did not last long once he started calling Seattle his home. He loves to go rock climbing, camping, surfing, hiking and play the drums. His most proud moment to date is when officiated his little brother’s wedding!
When asked what he would do if he had a million dollars? “ The same thing I’m doing now. Having more money won’t change the way I live my life.”
About his date package: Il Terrazzo Carmine + Temple Billiards
Try Italian lunch at Seattle institution Il Terrazzo Carmine, then meander your way through Pioneer Square to Temple Billiards, where you can shoot a few games of pool while snacking on tasty appetizers.
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Posted on February 18, 2010 by Date for the Cure
Meet our bachelor Michael!
42 years old
6’2″
Attorney
Michael is a worldly man. Born in the UK and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will find him in Seattle doing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing or rocking out to the CD in his car labeled “Gangsta Rap”.
What is one thing you’ve always wanted to do? “I’ve always wanted to have the dish I’m making turn out exactly the way it was intended. With the exception of cereal and toast, that almost never happens.” Ladies with their chef hats on, teach this man a few tricks!
About his date package: Oddfellows Café + Arthur Murray Dance Lessons
Bust a move with dance lessons from Arthur Murray, then make your way up to the nearby Oddfellows Cafe on Capitol Hill… maybe you’ll find yourself showing off your moves on the Hill later in the evening!
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Posted on February 18, 2010 by Date for the Cure
Meet our bachelor Clint!
28 years old
6’2″
Technical Evangelist
Clint was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He now finds himself rock climbing, listening to Radiohead all while accomplishing his mission in life “Do the best I can and chew bubble gum while I’m at it.:
When asked to describe his perfect date? “A perfect date to me is figuring out what would make the girl happy and di it in a way that would utterly surprise her. An example would be, if she really wanted tickets to a sold out concert, figuring out a way to get backstage passes.” I don’t know you about, but my heart just skipped a beat!
About his date package: Matt’s in the Market + Seattle Art Museum
Wander through the latest Seattle Art Museum exhibit in downtown Seattle, then find your way to the cozy Matt’s in the Market, where you can enjoy dinner for two in the vibrant atmosphere of Pike Place Market.
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Posted on February 18, 2010 by Date for the Cure
Meet our bachelorette Malissa!
36 years old
5’6″
Financial Consultant
Born and raised in Portland, OR, Malissa is a northwesterner at heart. She loves yoga, photography, writing, skiing, her puppy Bella, live music, friends and family. If you want to steal her heart away you better have beautiful brown eyes and a big smile.
When asked what is her proudest moment to date? “Moving to New York City by myslef, knowing no one, when I was 18 years old.”
About her date: Local Vine
Calling all wine lovers! Partake in a fabulous wine tasting and yummy food at the Local Vine in Belltown, voted “Best Wine Bar in Seattle” by Citysearch in both 2008 and 2009.
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