D.A. Blodgett - St. John's Virtual Guild Ball
Hosted by the St. John's Guild
Each year at D.A. Blodgett - St. John's (DABSJ) Guild Ball we come together to celebrate the incredible success stories of families served by the many different programs offered at DABSJ. The night helps us celebrate the past, but also focus on the future and the work that still needs to be done. This year we won't be able to gather in person, but the need has never been greater. With the help of our donors and community members, we can ensure our essential services continue to keep children and families safe and evolve to the changing needs in our community, no matter the challenge.
This year we're going virtual, so you can choose your own experience.
Check out the info below to see what is new and how you can create your own ball at home.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Mehgan Bechtel at mbechtel@dabsj.org or by phone at 616.361.4138.
What makes this year's event different?
Join us to help celebrate the families and children of D.A. Blodgett – St. John’s. Each story is different, every family is unique, but with a little support and a lot of love you are helping us provide a safe, nurturing home for every child, and a supportive community for every family.
Our virtual program will begin streaming at 7pm on November 21. Instructions to join will be included in your event bag and a link will be emailed to all confirmed guests.
EACH INDIVIDUAL & SPONSOR TICKET INCLUDES AN OPTIONAL EVENT BAG
Pickup options are Friday, Nov 20 (evening) and Saturday, Nov 21 (morning).
Ticket holders receive a French-inspired appetizer & dessert sampler from Martha’s Vineyard Catering (Charcuterie and Cheese, Brie & Pear Tartlet, Olive Tapenade Canape, Warm Artichoke Dip, French Macaron, Mini Cream Puff) and a bottle of wine. Guests picking up wine must certify they are 21+.
Vegan/allergy-friendly food options are available upon request.
OPTIONAL SIGNATURE DRINK KIT
Signature Drink Kits from Punch Bar can be added to your event bag pickup for $25 each. Kits include all the syrups, garnishes, and tools needed to make two delicious mocktails, or add your own favorite spirit to create a fabulous French cocktail - The Marie Antoinette! The drink captures the spirit of Antoinette and her love of oranges and orange blossom water as well as her numerous pomegranate trees in the orchards at Versailles.
The kit will pair well with a variety of base spirits, but you can join the virtual cocktail party the night of the event to get recommendations from our mixologist and take part in a group à votre santé (cheers)! $5 from each kit will be returned to DABSJ to help children and families in our community.
Details about the cocktail party will be sent when you schedule pickup.
WHAT DOES AN AT-HOME BALL LOOK LIKE?
Whether you are a party of one or gathered with a small group of close friends, the best part about a virtual ball is you are in charge!
If you’re looking for an excuse to break out the ball gowns and bowties, we think A Night of Love is the perfect time to do it.
Looking forward to slipping into pj's and fuzzy slippers before dinner? No one’s there to judge!
We just encourage you to keep things safe. DABSJ recommends you gather only with members of your household or members of your pre-established quarantine bubble and follow Kent Health Department guidelines as well as State of Michigan regulations/executive orders.
SUPPORT LOCAL VENDORS!
Click here to check out what local vendors we are partnering with to create your at-home event.
CHOOSE A WISH OFF OUR VIRTUAL WISH BOARD
If you’re unable to “attend” this year’s event or plan to join as a guest of a sponsor and would like to make your own donation, check out our virtual wish board. Your support will help unlock hope for families like the Corders!
CHAMPION - $10,000
• 10 tickets to virtual ball + optional mixology class/cocktail hour (each ticket includes appetizer & dessert)
• Logo included on printed invite (if committed by August 31), event webpage, and Facebook event page
• Recognition on the agency website
• Logo recognition on scrolling “stay tuned” video before the start of virtual event
• Listing in the agency's annual report
• Inclusion in the December E-newsletter sent to 8,500
• Acknowledgement in social media marketing before the event reaching 9,750+
• Mention in pre-event reminder email to all attendees.
• Recognition in the spring 2021 newsletter mailed to 5,100 homes & businesses
• Highlight in event recap video emailed to all participants and posted on social media
• Optional advertisement and/or coupon page in booklet included in gift bag given to all event participants.
HERO - $5,000
• 10 tickets to virtual ball
• Logo included on event webpage, and Facebook event page
• Recognition on the agency website
• Logo recognition on scrolling “stay tuned” video before the start of virtual event
• Listing in the agency's annual report
• Logo recognition in e-invite sent to 400+ potential sponsors and guests (if committed by September 18)
• Mention in pre-event reminder email to all attendees
• Highlight in event recap video emailed to all participants and posted on social media reaching 9,750+
• Optional advertisement and/or coupon page in booklet included in gift bag given to all event participants
GUARDIAN - $2,500
• 8 tickets to virtual ball
• Logo included on event webpage, and Facebook event page
• Recognition on the agency website
• Recognition on scrolling “stay tuned” video before the start of virtual event
• Logo recognition on e-invite sent to 400+ potential sponsors and guests (if committed by September 18)
• Highlight in event recap video emailed to all participants and posted on social media reaching 9,750+
• Optional advertisement and/or coupon page in booklet included in gift bag given to all event participants
PATRON - $1,500
• 4 tickets to virtual ball
• Recognition on the agency website
• Recognition on scrolling “stay tuned” video before the start of virtual event
• Logo recognition on e-invite sent to 400+ potential sponsors and guests (if committed by September 18)
• Listing in the agency's annual report
• Optional advertisement and/or coupon page in booklet included in gift bag given to all event participants
ADVOCATE - $600
• 2 tickets to virtual ball
• Recognition on the agency website
• Recognition on scrolling “stay tuned” video before the start of virtual event
• Optional advertisement and/or coupon page in booklet included in gift bag given to all event participants
FRIEND - $250
• 2 tickets to virtual ball
• Recognition on the agency website
• Recognition on scrolling “stay tuned” video before the start of virtual event
INDIVIDUAL - $100
• Ticket for 1 to virtual ball (each ticket includes appetizer & dessert)
• Recognition on the agency website
FOR EACH SPONSOR / INDIVIDUAL TICKET, FOOD IS PACKAGED ONE APPETIZER & ONE DESSERT PER TICKET.
SIGNATURE DRINK KIT $25
• Punch Bar signature drink kit – ingredients and tools to make two mocktails, or add spirits to create a delicious cocktail!
• Guests who purchase a drink kit(s) have the opportunity to join a pre-program “cocktail hour” where you will receive tips from a Punch Bar mixologist.
• $5 from each kit is a donation to children and families served by DABSJ.
Thank you to our generous 2020 sponsors!
CHAMPION SPONSORS
HERO SPONSOR
GUARDIAN SPONSOR
