How to Help: Celebrate the Light Gala

Friday, November 8, 2024

The Grain Exchange
Milwaukee, WI

You are cordially invited...

Rogers Foundation, along with Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer Don “Majik Man” Majkowski, welcome you to our exclusive fundraising event of the year, the Gala!
Get ready to swap the stuffy sit-down dinner for a night of fun, flavor, and fabulousness amid the grandeur of one of Milwaukee’s most historic buildings.
Enjoy small plate entrees and bite-sized masterpieces at your own pace as you mingle around the room.

Snap a photo with the Majik Man before strolling over to the silent auction or receiving a sparkly surprise inside your Kendra Scott Mystery Box.

Stand together in a moment of purpose with words from Don Majkowski along with others who’ve been impacted by the Foundation’s life-changing initiatives.

Then finish off the night with music and dancing from Rock It, Man!

Soak in the good vibes and celebrate recovery!

It’s philanthropy with a twist, making this a night you won’t want to miss!

  • 5:30 pm – Lively libations, small plate entrees, and gourmet bites by Bartolotta Catering and Events
    Super silent and exclusive auctions
    Kendra Scott Jewelry Mystery Box
    Photos and autographs with Don “Majik Man” Majkowski
  • 7:45 pm – Mission Moment: Giving barriers to care the boot: A unifying call
  • 9:00 pm – Dessert station
    Live music and dancing

Proceeds raised at the Gala directly support the Foundation’s six life-saving initiatives. Choose to designate your donation to the area closest to your heart.

You can make a difference

Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities
Mail-in registration form
Day-of-event information

With your participation , you are breaking down barriers to care and allowing someone to lead a healthy and fulfilling life!

  1. Become a sponsor or underwriter.
  2. Attend the event as an individual or with a group.
  3. Inspire others with a Mission Moment matching gift up to your designated amount.


Note: There are no tables to fill. There will be gourmet food stations with seating and high top tables throughout the room for guests to eat and mingle throughout the night. You may register as many guests as you wish. Sponsorships include a limited number guests, based on level.

What you can expect

Mission Moment

Giving barriers to care the boot: A unifying call

Every day, countless individuals struggle to access mental health care they desperately need. For some, it’s the physical distance to the nearest clinic. For others, it’s the invisible walls of financial hardship or a lack of evidence-based care that stands between them and a lifeline. But what if we could change that? What if we could tear down these barriers and build a world where mental health care is accessible, affordable, and compassionate? “Giving barriers to care the boot” is not just a slogan; it’s a unifying call. It’s a promise to listen, to care, and to act.

As a part of this year’s Gala, let us be inspired by the resilience and courage of those who have battled mental health issues. Let us honor their stories by helping to create a future where everyone has the opportunity to receive the care they need. Let us pave the way for a world where hope, healing, and happiness thrive!

NEW! Location

The Grain Exchange
225 E Michigan St, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The historic Grain Exchange, located inside the Mackie Building in downtown Milwaukee, features soaring ceilings and towering columns with a grand 175 foot bell tower in the center of the room. What better way to celebrate the light of recovery than in a grand space that exudes warmth and beauty at every turn.

NEW! Culinary Experience

Flow from station to station indulging in a delectable array of small plate entrees and gourmet bites expertly crafted by Milwaukee’s award-winning Bartolotta Catering and Events.

Available at your leisure, enjoy one of this and three of that…or maybe four of these and two of those! Whatever tasty morsels you choose – don’t let the small plates fool you. They may be petite in size, but you won’t leave hungry!

NEW! Live Music and Dancing by Rock It, Man!

After the Mission Moment, we’ll be clearing the dance floor and cuing up the band. Bring your best moves, because tonight, we’re dancing for a cause!

Rock It, Man! is a dynamic and energetic rock band known for their electrifying performances and captivating music. Their high-energy shows and infectious stage presence have won the hearts of music lovers from all walks of life and across genres.

Dress Rock Chic

Being rock chic [sheek] is more than a style, it’s something that’s inside you! Think casual meets flashy. Plain meets sequins. Sneakers meets boots and stilettos. Not feeling like a rockstar? It’s OK! Whatever you choose, wear it with attitude!

View our Rock Chic Lookbook for inspiration.

Activities

Kendra Scott Jewelry Mystery Box
Pick a box! Each contains a beautiful piece of jewelry by Kendra Scott values at $50-$165.

Super Silent and Exclusive Auctions
Not your “ordinary” auction items! Bid on a variety of high-end items and experiences that will not only fill your heart with joy, but all proceeds raised will benefit patients and programs at Rogers in the process.

Parking

Complimentary valet parking is available. Pull up to the front entrance for service.

Learn more about mental health and addiction challenges and the work of Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation on our YouTube channel.