The Mercer Island Schools Foundation held its Denim, Diamonds and Big Giving at the Mercer Island Funny Farm on Oct. 19 and raised close to $250,000. The event featured dancing, cocktails, dinner and a program that reminded everyone about supporting Island students. “Thanks to our generous community. The energy in the room was electric, and we couldn’t be more grateful for everyone who came together to make this event such a huge success,” reads a Facebook post. For more information, visit: MISF.com/DONATE. Photo courtesy of the Mercer Island Schools Foundation