Annual Lightkeeper Gala
May 9, 2025 @ 7:00PM — 10:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
The Worthington: 4815 17th St Ellenton, FL 34222 Get Directions
✨ Lightkeeper Gala 2025: Defying Gravity ✨
An Evening of Impact & Inspiration for Youth Aging Out of Foster Care Join us for an unforgettable night at the Lightkeeper Gala, where we celebrate resilience, hope, and the boundless potential of the youth we serve. This year’s theme, Defying Gravity, represents the courage to rise above challenges, the power of unwavering support, and the transformational work of Harbor58.
Featuring Special Guest Speaker: Gaelin Elmore
We are honored to welcome Gaelin Elmore, a former foster youth turned national speaker and advocate. Gaelin’s powerful story of overcoming adversity and his passion for changing the system for vulnerable youth will leave you inspired and challenged to take action.
Enjoy an elegant evening featuring:
🌟 Dinner & Live Entertainment
🌟 Powerful Stories of Resilience
🌟 Exclusive Silent Auction
🌟 Opportunities to Make a Lasting Impact
Dress Code: Cocktail casual with a sparkle twist ✨
Secure your seat today and be part of a movement that makes it harder for youth aging out of foster care to fail than to succeed.
Sponsorship Levels & Benefits
💫 Presenting Sponsor – $15,000
Recognition Benefits:
- Exclusive Naming Recognition: Name listed on all event materials
- Stage Recognition: Acknowledgement in opening and closing remarks
- Logo Placement: Included on event materials and website
- Program Listing: Full-page ad in printed event program booklet
- Social Media Recognition: Includes a dedicated spotlight
Participation Benefits:
- 2 VIP Tables: 20 seats total
- Complimentary Drink Tickets: 1 per guest / 20 total
- Premium Entree: 1 per guest / 20 total
- Branded Gift Bag Inclusion: Opportunity to provide promotional materials
- Dinner and an inspiring evening
✨ Luminary Sponsor – $10,000
Recognition Benefits:
- Stage Recognition: Acknowledgement in opening and closing remarks
- Logo Placement: Included on event materials and website
- Program Listing: Half-page ad in printed event program booklet
- Social Media Recognition: Includes a featured recognition
Participation Benefits:
- 1 VIP Tables: 10 seats total
- Complimentary Drink Tickets: 1 per guest / 10 total
- Premium Entree: 1 per guest / 10 total
- Branded Gift Bag Inclusion: Opportunity to provide promotional materials
- Dinner and an inspiring evening
🌟 Beacon Sponsor – $5,000
Recognition Benefits:
- Logo Placement: Included on event materials and website
- Program Listing: Quarter-page ad in printed event program booklet
- Social Media Recognition: Includes name mention
Participation Benefits:
- 1 Table: 10 seats total
- Branded Gift Bag Inclusion: Opportunity to provide promotional materials
- Dinner and an inspiring evening
🔥 Guiding Light Sponsor – $2,500
Recognition Benefits:
- Program Listing: Includes name mention
- Social Media Recognition: Includes name mention
Participation Benefits:
- Shared Table: 6 reserved seats
- Branded Gift Bag Inclusion: Opportunity to provide promotional materials
- Dinner and an inspiring evening
💙 Harbor Supporter – $1,000
Recognition Benefits:
- Program Listing: Includes name mention
Participation Benefits:
- Shared Table: 4 reserved seats
- Branded Gift Bag Inclusion: Opportunity to provide promotional materials
- Dinner and an inspiring evening
A big thank you to our sponsors!
💫 Presenting Sponsor
🌟 Beacon Sponsor
