{"id":4638,"date":"2015-11-03T18:14:35","date_gmt":"2015-11-04T00:14:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/quadcities\/?page_id=4638"},"modified":"2026-07-27T20:41:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T01:41:54","slug":"gala","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/quadcities\/gala","title":{"rendered":"Gala"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/quadcities\/files\/2026\/07\/Quad-Cities-950x360-2026-Gala-Banner.jpg\" alt=\"Quad Cities 950x360 2026 Gala Banner\" height=\"360\" width=\"950\" title=\"Quad Cities 950x360 2026 Gala Banner\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<h1>You&#8217;re Invited to Our Annual Fundraising Gala!\u00a0<\/h1>\n<p>Saturday, October 17, 2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>Celebrating 15 Years of Making Waves!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nJoin us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate 15 years of changing the way the world views Down syndrome in the Quad Cities. Together, we&#8217;ll reflect on the lives we&#8217;ve impacted, honor the achievements of our participants and families, and look ahead to an even brighter future.<br \/>\nHear powerful stories of purpose, perseverance, and possibility while enjoying an unforgettable night with friends and supporters who make our mission possible.\n<p><strong>Evening Highlights\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2728.svg\" alt=\"\u2728\" \/>\u00a0Cocktail Hour<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2728.svg\" alt=\"\u2728\" \/>\u00a0Seated Dinner &amp; Dessert<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2728.svg\" alt=\"\u2728\" \/>\u00a0Awards Ceremony<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2728.svg\" alt=\"\u2728\" \/>\u00a0Live &amp; Silent Auctions<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2728.svg\" alt=\"\u2728\" \/>\u00a0Dancing<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2728.svg\" alt=\"\u2728\" \/>\u00a0Special Program Celebrating 15 Years of Impact<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2728.svg\" alt=\"\u2728\" \/>\u00a0And\u00a0More!\n<p>This unforgettable evening is our largest annual fundraiser, helping ensure GiGi&#8217;s Playhouse Quad Cities can continue providing purposeful, FREE educational, therapeutic, and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome of all ages and their families.<\/p>\n<p>Together, we&#8217;ve been making waves for 15 years\u00a0and with your support, we&#8217;ll continue creating opportunities, celebrating achievements, and changing lives for years to come.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Event Details\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<strong>Location:\u00a0<\/strong>Rhythm City Casino | Davenport, IA<br \/>\n<strong>Doors Open:\u00a0<\/strong>5:30 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Attire:\u00a0<\/strong>Black Tie Optional \/ Semi-Formal<br \/>\n<strong>Registration Info:\u00a0<\/strong>Price Increases September 1, 2026\u00a0&amp; registration closes October 2, 2026\n<p><strong>Become a Sponsor\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sponsorship opportunities are now available! Partner with us to celebrate this milestone year while demonstrating your commitment to inclusion and making a lasting impact in our community. Sponsor early to receive the full range of sponsorship benefits.<\/p>\n<p>For sponsorship information, contact the Playhouse at\u00a0309-762-7529\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:quadcities@gigisplayhouse.org\">quadcities@gigisplayhouse.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/quadcities\/gigis-blog\/we-had-a-ball-2025-gala\"  target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRecap Blog\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/quadcities\/files\/2025\/10\/Gala-Sponsors.jpg\" alt=\"Gala Sponsors\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" title=\"Gala Sponsors\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>October 18, 2025<\/p>\n<p>Join us for an inspiring and joyful evening as we celebrate the incredible impact of GiGi\u2019s Playhouse. 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