Join us for our annual fundraising gala on October 28, 2023.
This year’s theme is Feeling Lucky inspired by the book The Lucky Few. Although we really feel lucky every day! Did you know that the chance of having a baby with Down syndrome is 1 in 700? Our families often say they feel like they are the lucky ones. They won the lottery or won big at the casino!
This year’s gala will feature an extra special guest speaker. Heather Avis, author of The Lucky Few. As the mother of 3 children, two of whom happen to have Down syndrome, she feels that it’s truly the lucky few that get to love someone with Down syndrome. She will speak about how she feels lucky to have these children in her life and the importance of an inclusive world where differences are not just accepted but are celebrated, embraced, and encouraged. This aligns with GiGi’s mission of changing the way the world views Down syndrome and the vision of individuals with Down syndrome having a voice, and being accepted and embraced in their families, schools, and communities, making the world a better place.
Andrew Stutzke from WQAD will be the emcee for the evening.
The evening's festivities include a cocktail hour, seated dinner and dessert, awards, live and silent auctions, dancing, and more!
This extraordinary event serves as our primary fundraiser to sustain and expand our invaluable, free, purposeful programs for families at GiGi's Playhouse. Through this empowering evening, we aim to raise substantial funds to continue supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their loved ones. You can feel lucky too by being part of this event. Invite your friends and family to join you, purchase a table for company staff, become a sponsor, make an in-kind donation (auction items, wine/beer for beverage pull, etc.), or volunteer at the event!
This event is for community members, donors, volunteers, and families too! Please join us.
Individual Ticket $90
Couples Tickets $170
Table of 10 $850
Individual with Down syndrome $45
Price Increases September 15th
Last Day to Register is October 13th
Thank you to our sponsors!
Sponsorship Opportunities
PLATINUM SPONSOR: $10,000 | IMPACT:
- 16 seats at local gala with priority seating
- Featured sponsor on the online bidding platform (local event)
- Recognition on event registration webpage and event recap page
- Recognition in select print/marketing materials and on stage
- Local website, social media, event slide show, and signage recognition
- Full page color ad in local program book
- One designated shout out on social media sites with logo/link to website
- 2 Reserved Cocktail Tables
- Logo and/or name on Facebook event header and in marketing emails
- Invitation sponsor (if secured by August 1, 2023)
GOLD SPONSOR: $5,000 | IMPACT:
- 8 seats at local gala with priority seating
- Listing as sole sponsor of a specific area (photo booth, bar area, auction tables) of your choice
- Recognition on event registration webpage and event recap page
- Local website, social media, event slide show, signage recognition, select print materials
- Half page color ad in local program book
- One designated shout out on social media sites with logo/link to website
- Reserved Cocktail Table
SILVER SPONSOR: $2,000 | IMPACT:
- Four tickets to attend the local gala
- Listing as sponsor of a specific area (photo booth, bar area, auction tables) of your choice (shared with others)
- Recognition on event registration webpage and event recap page
- Local website, social media, event slide show and signage recognition
- Quarter page color ad in local program book
BRONZE SPONSOR: $1,000 | IMPACT:
- Two tickets to attend local gala
- Local website, event slide show, and signage recognition
- Logo in local program book
FRIENDS AND FAMILY SPONSOR: $500 | IMPACT:
- Website recognition on local gala page and event slide show
- Limited signage recognition
- Mention in local program book
Custom Sponsorships Available! Contact 309-762-7529 or quadcities@gigisplayhouse.org to discuss options.
Examples:
For $350 Pay it Forward and sponsor a family of four (GiGi’s choice) to attend the gala and be listed as a sponsor too!
Pick an area of need (coat check, bar, dinner, centerpieces, etc) and cover the cost associated. This will provide signage (and additional sponsor perks as negotiated) stating the area was sponsored by you or your business.