16TH ANNUAL
Benef i t i ng t h e E m e r g e n cy A s s i s t an ce D e p ar t m e n t
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2017 AT NAVY PIER
2017 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Dear Friend,
It is our pleasure to announce that on Friday, September 8, 2017, the 16th Annual Gala of the
Arts will once again take place in the Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier.
As the Hot August Nights give way to cool September Morns, we hope you will turn on your
Heartlight and mark your calendars for what is sure to be a sparkling event, as Gala of the
Arts features SUPER DIAMOND – The Neil Diamond Tribute. Gather your friends for a fun filled
evening of art, singing, dancing and fundraising on behalf of our friends and neighbors most
in need.
All proceeds from the Gala of the Arts will benefit the Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance
Program for the city of Chicago and surrounding communities in Cook and Lake counties. The
Emergency Assistance Department provides assistance to individuals and families whose lives
have been disrupted by unplanned events such as domestic crisis, fire, unemployment, or
relocation, or who for any reason are in need of emergency food and/or clothing. This assistance
is provided regardless of race, religion, nationality or gender. Without the assistance provided
by Catholic Charities, some of the most vulnerable people in our area would have nowhere else
to turn for basic human needs. With demand for services continuing to grow, Catholic Charities
needs help more than ever to support these vital programs.
We hope that you will be a Believer and remember He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother by lending
your support to a night not to be missed! Your generous support of the 16th Annual Gala of the
Arts is essential for the success of the event. We hope you will consider making a sponsorship
commitment or hosting a table, each of which will entitle you to benefits such as premier table
seating and various forms of recognition at the event.
We thank you in advance and hope you will join us at the 16th Annual Gala of the Arts!
Gerry & Heide Kenny
2017 Gala Chair Couple
Dennis & Kristina Kelleher
2017 Gala Vice Chair Couple
2017 GALA DETAILS
16th Annual Gala of the Arts
Friday, September 8, 2017
Grand Ballroom, Navy Pier
More than 500 of Chicago’s philanthropic,
civic and community leaders will gather
in the Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier.
The art show will feature professional
artists as well as photographs taken
by Catholic Charities clients through
the “After Supper: Visions of My Life
Program.” 50% to 100% of art sales will
be donated to Catholic Charities by these
generous artists.
Event includes cocktail reception, art
show and sale, silent auction, dinner, and
entertainment.
Featured Entertainment
Super Diamond
The Neil Diamond Tribute
www.galaofthearts.com
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT
Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Department provides basic human
needs. Food is the most requested basic need. Other services include
emergency financial assistance, benefits screening, clothing, emergency
shelter, short-term case management, advocacy, and referrals.
The Illinois unemployment rate is currently among the highest in the
nation. The majority of jobs that pay family-supporting wages now require
some amount of postsecondary education, training, or certification. This
creates a significant obstacle for our clients who have less education or work
experience.
Last year, the Emergency Assistance Department served 2.2 million meals
through our nine food pantries and screened nearly 1,500 people for the
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Your contribution gives people in need — people who live and work in your
community — help and hope.
PAST SPONSORS
Sage Foundation
Michael & Carol Bilder
William & Susan McErlean
Jim Serritella
Thomas Havey
Charles & Ellen Mulaney
Jerry & Christine Bern
Dennis & Kristina Kelleher
Raymond & Irene Oddi
Eugene & Joanne DeMuro
Peter Kelliher
Goldman Sachs
Goldberg, Weisman & Cairo, LTD
Gerard & Heide Kenny
Anthony Serritella
William & Jeanne Hardy
Craig McCrohon
Jeffrey & Gloria Schwartz
Constantine Jovan
Madden, Jiganti, Moore & Sinars, LLP
William & Mary Alice Jovan
Michael & Linda Mooney
PREMIER SPONSORSHIPS
Support Opportunities
PRESENTING SPONSOR $50,000
• • • • • Four tables of 10 with premier seating
Champagne with dinner
20 Complimentary valet parking passes
Two full-page ads in the program book
VIP post event photo op with the band
DINNER SPONSOR $25,000
Sponsored by Chip & Ellen Mulaney
ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR $25,000
Sponsored by Chambers Gasket & MFG Co.
ART SHOW & SALE SPONSOR $15,000
• • • • • Signage and recognition from the stage
Premier Logo or Name placement on event website
Mention in event press release
Privilege of distributing a promotional item
Opportunity to speak during the evening’s program
CENTERPIECE SPONSOR $15,000
• • • • • • • Two tables of 10 with premier seating
Champagne with dinner
10 complimentary valet parking passes
Full-page recognition in the program book
Recognition on centerpieces on every guest table
Logo or Name recognition on event website
VIP post event photo op with the band
Sponsored by Michael & Carol Bilder
COCKTAIL HOUR SPONSOR $15,000
Sponsored by Thomas W. Havey
MOBILE BIDDING SPONSOR $12,000
• • • • • One table of 10
Champagne with dinner
Five complimentary valet parking passes
Full-page recognition in the program book
Recognition during the auction, visible
on supporters’ mobile phones, desktops
and tablets during bidding
(before and during event)
• Text message recognition before, during and
post event
• VIP post event photo op with the band
AFTER PARTY SPONSOR $10,000
Sponsored by Bill & Sue McErlean
AUDIO VISUAL SPONSOR $10,000
• • • • One table of 10
Champagne with dinner
Five complimentary valet parking passes
Full-page recognition in the program book
PARTY FAVOR SPONSOR $10,000
Sponsored by Richard & Christine Guzior
& Richards Building Supply
PHOTOGRAPHY SPONSOR $10,000
• • • • One table of 10
Champagne with dinner
Five complimentary valet parking passes
Full-page recognition in the program book
SEPTEMBER 8, 2017 at Navy Pier’s Grand Ballroom
TABLE AND ART SPONSORSHIPS
DRESS CIRCLE
TABLE SPONSOR $5,000
CHORUS LINE
TABLE SPONSOR $3,000
• One table of 10
• Half page recognition
in the program book
• One table of 10
• Quarter page recognition
in the program book
• One table of 10
• Name recognition in the
program book
ART BOARD SPONSOR $1,000
ARTIST SPONSOR $500
• Two tickets
• Name recognition on an Art Board
• One ticket
• Underwrite the cost of an Artist attending the event
PROGRAM BOOK ADS
FULL-PAGE AD $500
5.5”W x 8.5”T
HALF-PAGE AD
$250
QUARTER-PAGE AD $125
2.5”W x 4.25”T
FULL-PAGE COLOR AD
(Limited Availability)
$1,000 5.5”W x 8.5”T
Program Book Ads are available for selected donations.
Ads are black & white, unless specified.
5.5”W x 4.25”T
Support Opportunities
MAIN STAGE
TABLE SPONSOR $7,500
2016 EVENT RESULTS & HIGHLIGHTS
•M
ore than $319,000 in net proceeds was raised for the Catholic Charities
Emergency Assistance Department
•M
edia Coverage: Make It Better Magazine, Chicago Tribune, NBC 5,
Chicago Social
• E ntertainment: Rich Daniels and the City Lights Orchestra, with special
guest, Ron Hawking.
• Chair: James Serritella Vice-Chairs: Gerry & Heide Kenny
Direct any questions/return completed sponsorship form to:
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
c/o Rose Marie Lesniak-Mendez, Special Events Manager
721 N. LaSalle St., Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 655-7290 | [email protected]
www.galaofthearts.com