Merrill Middle School's annual auction brings together community members, businesses, and parents to support the school. Merrill is a Denver Public Schools (DPS) neighborhood middle school, serving over 600 families from Cory Merrill, Bonnie Brae, Belcaro, East and West Wash Park, Polo Club, Cherry Creek North, Observatory Park, Virginia Village, and Platt Park. It is also home to the DPS middle school Newcomer Center, which is a magnet program for students from non-English speaking, first-generation families.

Merrill Middle School is the first institution to receive the designation of National Unified Champion School, recognized by the Special Olympics. This honor highlights the school's commitment to inclusion, advocacy, and respect for students with disabilities, using sports to enhance the community.

This year's goal for the auction is to raise over $100,000. The funds collected will support Merrill's pursuit of excellence in several important areas for our children, including:

• Academic Excellence
• Diverse, High-Quality, Electives, Enrichments Programs and Clubs
• Upgrading and Improving our Facility and Learning Environment
• Providing External Learning Experiences
• Implementing Technology and STEM Initiatives
• Promoting Athletics, Wellness, and Mental Health
• Creating a Sense of Community

Your donations may be tax-deductible depending on your filing status. Merrill PTSA is a registered 501(c).

All Merrill Movers are automatically entered into a special drawing for a $400 Gift Card to Guard and Grace, plus a $100 Gift Card for Uber that will be awarded on the evening of the auction (you don't need to attend to win)! Become a Merrill Mover today >

Thank You, 2026 Founder Families:

• Lindsey and Brad Artman
• Melissa and Sean Bahoshy
• Shannon Bell and Christian Schmidt
• Skyler and Will Burton
• Ashley and Clayton Camozzi
• Stephanie and Christopher Campbell
• Mary Beth and Dana Carpenter
• Jen Daily and Roy Kim
• Melanie and Mark Delgado 
• Rachel and Lucas Dickerson
• Kelly and Matthew Dickinson
• Lana and Joan Frank
• Rebecca and Dan Galemba
• Naurin and Michael Gilger
• Katie and Reid Ginder
• Danielle and Ken Gooden
• Katherine Green and Brad Deibel
• Shane Hague
• Sarah and Chad Hilsendager
• Kim and Bobby Hutchinson
• Hwang Gwang-Yi
• Heather and Dan Kazarian
• Becky Limanni
• Erica and Brandon May
• Krista and Ryan Meardon
• Sarah and Augustus Moore
• Natalie and Josh Myers
• Colleen and Mark Nelson
• Lindsey and Mark Nigon
• Alison Roberts
• Ashley and Howard Stark
• Joanna Shear and Carl Long
• Lauren Travis
• Emily Wlos
• Emily and Neil Yuan

What to Wear: The "Look"

• Country Club Kitsch
• Wimbledon Whites
• Fairway Formal
• Caddyshack Chic
• Pro-Shop Polished
• And the most popular "Player's Choice"

The Clubhouse: Mountain Crust Event Venue; 3880 S Lowell Blvd, Denver, CO 80236. About 20 minutes from Merrill Middle School.

First Serve: Friday, May 8th from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Parking: Limited parking will be available at the venue, but there is ample space across the street at Fort Logan Northgate School.

Donation Tax Status: All donations may be tax-deductible based on your filing status. Merrill PTSA is a registered 501(c)3 (Tax ID 90-1118837)