Encompass, a premier provider of early support, early learning, and pediatric therapy services, is proud to announce that its annual Inspire Breakfast will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 am on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel Ballroom.
This year’s event is hosted by Mike Ferreri, former KOMO-TV Sports Anchor, as well as a long-time Snoqualmie Valley resident, and will feature Ben Obomanu as the Keynote Speaker. Ben’s journey, from growing up in Selma, Alabama, to excelling in college and professional football, and achieving his long-held goal of becoming an attorney, is remarkable. As the son of a special education teacher and now a parent himself, Ben brings a thoughtful, personal perspective on the importance of early learning and the need for a strong support system for children. In his keynote, Ben will share stories of perseverance and heart from his childhood to the NFL and beyond.
The Inspire Breakfast serves as a cornerstone event for the Snoqualmie Valley community, bringing together close to 275 business leaders, philanthropists, and advocates to support the Encompass vision of a community where ALL children thrive. This year’s Honorary Chairs are Nicole and Clay Ritter, longtime champions of Encompass. Guests will enjoy a morning of networking and powerful storytelling, including heartfelt remarks from an Encompass family highlighting the life-changing impact of Encompass programs.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ben Obomanu to the stage this year,” said Nela Cumming, Encompass Executive Director. “His commitment to excellence and community mirrors our own dedication to the children and families of the Snoqualmie Valley. This breakfast is more than just a fundraiser; it is a celebration of the essential connections that build healthy foundations for our children.”
Registration is now open and closes on Friday, March 13, 2026. Admission is complimentary; a suggested donation of $150 or more is encouraged to support local families. To reserve your seat or learn about sponsorship opportunities, please visit https://encompassnw.ejoinme.org/inspire
Encompass would like to acknowledge the generous support of Platinum Sponsor Nintendo and Gold Sponsors ABC World Movers and Pioneer Van Lines, Inc.
ABOUT ENCOMPASS: Encompass is a nonprofit whose purpose is to improve the well-being of children by partnering with families and the community, providing early developmental support, early learning, and pediatric therapy for children in the Snoqualmie Valley, Issaquah, and Eastside communities. Encompass offers programs for children ages birth through elementary school and their families to help foster a community where ALL children thrive.
