What happened: Katie Lou Samuelson selected Open Arms Perinatal Services as the beneficiary of her Kicks for Equality auction. The nonprofit supports families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum care and early parenting.
Why it matters: The funds will aid free, culturally responsive services for economically marginalized families. The campaign connects the league initiative to community-based maternal care.
By the numbers: Founded in 1997, Open Arms was Washington's first independent, community-based perinatal program.
What to watch: The auction will determine how much funding the campaign generates for Open Arms.