We are excited to announce the upcoming GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis Gala, taking place on Saturday, February 28th, 2026, at The Gridiron at the Colts Training Facility, 7001 W 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254. This year’s Gala will celebrate the incredible growth and progress we have achieved together while raising the vital funds needed to ensure a thriving future for our Playhouse and the families we serve.
We invite you to join us in celebration as an official sponsor of this inspiring event. By becoming a sponsor, you are not only investing in our mission and the individuals we serve but also helping us expand the life-changing programs that empower individuals with Down syndrome every day.
Your generosity makes a direct impact. It allows us to plan confidently, grow sustainably, and ensure that every family can continue to access our free programs and services. In return, we offer a variety of meaningful recognition opportunities to align your brand with a cause that promotes inclusion, empowerment, and community impact.
With your support, we can make this year’s Gala our most transformative yet.
For more information on sponsorships, please contact David Johnson, Executive Director, at djohnson@gigisplayhouse.org.
A Night to Remember
Join us for an elegant evening of celebration and impact at the GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis Gala. This is our biggest night of the year, where families, friends, community leaders, and supporters come together to raise the funds that keep our life-changing programs free for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
Dress in your finest and prepare for an inspiring evening filled with joy, connection, and purpose. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, a sit-down dinner, live entertainment, and an exciting silent and live auction. Together, we will share stories that remind us why inclusion matters and how every act of generosity changes lives right here in Indianapolis.
Why We Celebrate
Every moment at GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis is powered by belief, belief in potential, in community, and in the extraordinary abilities within every individual with Down syndrome.
The Gala is more than a celebration; it is a promise to continue offering free educational, therapeutic, and career-development programs that empower individuals of all ages. From toddlers learning to sign their first words to adults preparing for meaningful employment, your support makes every success story possible.
Every Gift Creates Impact
Your generosity fuels more than programs; it fuels confidence, friendship, and opportunity. Every dollar raised stays in Indianapolis to support our families and ensure our programs remain free for everyone who walks through our doors.
- More than 50 free programs offered each year
- Dozens of dedicated volunteers building a stronger community
- Hundreds of families connected through learning, laughter, and love
Because of you, we can continue to grow, reach more families, and create a world that sees potential instead of limitations.
Community and Gratitude
The Gala would not be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors, partners, and volunteers. Their dedication reflects the heart of Indianapolis, strong, generous, and united in the belief that every person deserves to be celebrated and included.
Thank you to our local businesses, families, and friends who make this event shine.
Accessibility and Inclusion
GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis is committed to creating an inclusive event experience. Please contact us if you require accommodations or accessibility assistance. Every guest is celebrated exactly as they are.
Can’t Attend? You Can Still Make an Impact
Even if you cannot join us in person, your support still matters. You can donate, sponsor a family’s ticket, or contribute an auction item. Every act of kindness helps us keep our programs free and our doors open to all.
After the Gala
Thank you for helping us raise essential funds to empower individuals with Down syndrome here in Indianapolis. Your generosity fuels another year of learning, joy, and inclusion. Stay tuned for updates, photos, and next year’s theme as we continue to build a more inclusive tomorrow together.
GOLD SPONSORSHIP — $5,000
- One table of 8 seats with priority seating at the Gala
- Recognition on the Donor Wall inside the Playhouse for one year
- Access to the VIP Bar
- Full-page color ad space in the Gala Program
- Prominent display of logo on all Gala marketing materials, press materials, website, social media, and promotional emails
- Sponsor spotlight in a promotional email including your logo, link, contact information, and one to two sentences about your company’s support
- GiGi’s Playhouse will provide all social media posts announcing sponsorship and display your logo on digital materials the night of the Gala
- Verbal recognition during the Gala
- Large double-sided color signs on guest tables with logo and website information
- Post-event recognition via social media, company-wide emails, and Playhouse newsletter
SILVER SPONSORSHIP — $3,000
- One table of 8 seats and access to the VIP Bar
- Half-page ad space in the Gala Program
- Display of logo on all Gala marketing materials, press materials, website, social media, and promotional emails
- GiGi’s Playhouse will provide social media posts announcing sponsorship and display your logo on digital materials the night of the Gala
- Written recognition in the Gala Program as a Silver Level Sponsor
- Medium double-sided color sign on guest tables with logo and website information
- Post-event recognition via social media, company-wide emails, and Playhouse newsletter
BRONZE SPONSORSHIP — $1,500
- One table of 8 seats to attend the Gala
- Small double-sided color sign on guest tables with logo and website information
- Company name listed as a Bronze sponsor on all Gala marketing materials, website, social media, and promotional emails
- Written recognition in the Gala Program
- Post-event recognition via thank-you email, Playhouse newsletter, and social media