Event Details
We look forward to sharing an evening with you at the 9th Annual “Open Your Hearts” Dinner and Fundraiser. The last gala we held was in 2020 (right before COVID hit), and we had over 550 guests in attendance including numerous individuals from the amazing families that we serve. Further, because of individuals like you, we were able to raise over $300,000 in one night; with every dollar going to the families we serve! Help us reach our goal of exceeding the $325,000 mark this year!
Leave the winter behind and join us for an amazing evening as we honor our amazing IACKids at this year’s gala event. Here, you will have an opportunity to meet the families that you have helped through your generous contributions. We can’t wait to share the success of this past year with you as we look to even more growth in the years to come. 100% of the proceeds go directly to the families that are supported by IACKids.
When
Where
Want to book a room? Use code: IAC when booking
This code can be used to make reservations online at holidayinn.com/rochesterdtwn or toll free 1-800-315-2621. You can also call the hotel directly at 585-546-3450 ~ Ask for Reservations.
Auction Items
This year, we will again feature both live and silent auction items. There will be over 50 silent auction items including spa packages, sports memorabilia, dinner packages at Rochester’s finest restaurants, and more!
We plan on having many of our courageous and wonderful IACKids and their families in attendance. Their tables have been generously donated by our corporate sponsors. These families have lived the struggles of a child’s illness – help us to support their journey and to give them an evening that they deserve!
On the Menu
Open Bar
- Jack Daniels
- Tito’s Vodka
- Tanqueray Gin
- Dewars Scotch
- Seagram’s 7
- Captain Morgan
- Various Beer & Wine
6 PM - 7:30 PM (+ 1 Hour After Gala)
Antipasto Station
- Salami, Soppressata, & Capicola
- Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella
- Marinated Grilled Vegetables & Marinated Mushroom Salad
- Roasted Red Peppers
- Assorted Olives
- Sliced Baguettes & Pita Wedges
3-Course Dinner + Dessert
- Signature Salad – Baby Arugula with Apples, Kettle Cooked Walnuts and Brie Cheese with a Lemon Maple Vinaigrette
- Baked Stuffed Chicken – Stuffed with Creamy Spinach and Artichokes Baked in a Chardonnay Sauce Served with Smashed Potatoes and Grilled Zucchini and Squash
- Pan Seared Salmon – Seared and topped with a Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce Served with Smashed Potatoes and Grilled Zucchini and Squash
- Vegetarian Option – Quinoa Stuffed Peppers – Red Quinoa Mixed with Basil and Sun Dried Tomatoes Roasted inside Jumbo Red Bell Pepper served with Pomodoro Sauce and French Green Beans (Gluten Free / Vegan)
- Kids Option – Chicken Fingers w/Fries
Sponsorship Opportunities
Title Sponsor
$20,000
- Special recognition during opening ceremonies
- Sole guest speaker – Ability to address our 550+ guests on why your company believes in giving back
- Sponsor name will be part of the event title
- Premier table locations
- Social Media exposure during promotion of event – 20,000+ views
- Headline logo on Step & Repeat picture board which gets over 10,000 views on Social Media
- 20 tickets to the Open Your Hearts Event – tickets can be used for yourself and/or IACKids families
- Special recognition during opening ceremonies
- 2-page ad in formal Gala event program
- Sponsor name and logo featured throughout the event
Platinum Sponsor
$15,000
- Special recognition during opening ceremonies
- Sponsor name will be part of the event title
- Premier table locations
- Social media exposure during promotion of event – 20,000+ views
- Headline logo on Step & Repeat picture board which gets over 10,000 views on Social Media
- 20 tickets to the Open Your Hearts Event
- 2-page ad in formal Gala event program
- Sponsor name and logo featured at the event
Premier Sponsor
$10,000
- Sponsor name will be part of the event title
- Social media exposure during promotion of event – 20,000+ views
- Headline logo on Step & Repeat picture board which gets over 10,000 views on Social Media
- 20 tickets to the Open Your Hearts Event
- 2-page ad in formal Gala event program
- Sponsor name and logo featured at the event
Major Sponsor
$5,000
- Sponsor name will be part of the event title
- Social media exposure during promotion of event
- 10 tickets to the Open Your Hearts Event
- Full-page ad in formal Gala event program
- Sponsor name and logo featured at the event
IACKids Family Sponsor
$2,500
- 6 tickets to the Open Your Hearts Event
- Social media exposure during promotion of event
- Half-page ad in formal Gala event program
- Sponsor name and logo featured at the event
Supporting Sponsor
$1,250
- 2 tickets to the Open Your Hearts Event
- Company name listed in formal Gala event brochure
- Sponsor name and logo featured at the event
Friendship Sponsor
$500
- Company name listed in formal Gala event brochure
- Sponsor name and logo featured at the event
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WHO WE ARE
About IACKids
IACKids will provide such individuals with financial assistance if they are unable to afford their housing, transportation, and / or medical costs. Through hard work, thoughtful giving and selflessness, and a focus on the needs of these children, IACKids and its supporters strive to offer the much needed assistance to get through these troubling times.
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IACKids was formed for the charitable purpose of aiding families living in the Greater Rochester New York region who are in need of financial assistance during their child’s long-term inpatient / outpatient hospitalization.
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Rochester, NY 14616
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