Hope Gala
22nd Annual Hope Gala
Step into a world of enchantment and elegance at the 22nd Annual Hope Gala on Saturday, March 29, 2025! The Hope Gala is the pinnacle of our annual fundraising endeavors, which is critical in sustaining our mission to make a meaningful impact. Each dollar raised during this magnificent event serves as a lifeline, directly contributing to the crucial services and support that Alexandra House offers to those affected by sexual and domestic violence.
This year, we invite you to experience the glamour and allure of old Hollywood as we roll out the teal carpet for an unforgettable evening. Don your finest attire and prepare to be dazzled by the glitz and glamour reminiscent of the golden age of cinema. Sip on exquisite cocktails, indulge in delectable hors d'oeuvres, and bid on exciting live and silent auction packages under shimmering lights, all while championing a cause that transforms lives and brings hope to those in need. Join us for a night of celebration and make a grand entrance into a world where every contribution makes a star-studded difference.
Sponsor
Elevate your impact and step into the spotlight at Alexandra House’s 22nd Annual Hope Gala, a glamorous evening of old Hollywood allure that supports a life-changing cause. Sponsoring the Hope Gala is more than an opportunity to align your brand with elegance and philanthropy—it’s a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by domestic and sexual violence. As a sponsor, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits that showcase your commitment to our community and mission. Discover the many ways you can shine by downloading our Hope Gala Sponsorship Package or contacting Amanda Fulk, Community Engagement Coordinator, via email. Together, let’s create a star-studded evening that transforms lives.
Auction Donations
Join us in making the 22nd Annual Hope Gala a night to remember! We’re looking for silent and live auction donations to help raise crucial funds to sustain Alexandra House’s mission. Your contribution could be a product or service from your business, or a themed basket put together by your book club, faith group, or civic organization.
All donations are tax-deductible and deeply appreciated. Not sure where to start? Check out our Silent Auction Basket List for inspiration!
To donate, please complete our Hope Gala Auction Donation Form. For inquiries, contact Amanda Fulk, Community Engagement Coordinator, via email. Together, let’s create a star-studded impact for survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Create Your Dream Vacation Raffle
Imagine the getaway of your dreams! Purchase a $10 raffle ticket for a chance to win a $5,000 Dream Vacation travel voucher and make your travel fantasies a reality.
Raffle Details:
- You can use the voucher for a single trip or multiple excursions—your dream destination, including international travel, is your choice!
- Only 1,500 tickets are available, giving you fantastic odds of winning.
- The winner will be drawn during the Hope Gala on March 29, 2025 (you do not need to be present to win).
- Most importantly, your raffle ticket purchase directly supports our mission to end violence and empower survivors.
Tickets sell fast—don’t wait! Click here for more information on how to purchase raffle tickets.
2024 Hope Gala | Masquerade Ball Photos
Check out the Hope Gala | Masquerade Ball photos on our Facebook page!
Hope Gala 2025
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: 5:30 – 9 p.m.
Location: Courtyards of Andover | 13545 Martin St NW, Andover, MN 55304
Questions: Inquiries regarding the Hope Gala event can be directed to Amanda Fulk, Community Engagement Coordinator, at 763-762-5318 or Tina Bronson, Director of Mission Advancement, at 763-656-1363.
Can a donor use a donor-advised fund to cover event cost?
The lowest ticket price (tax-deductible and non-tax-deductible) must be paid from a donor’s personal bank account. The remaining sponsorship costs may be paid by a grant from a donor-advised fund as long as the donor does not receive more than an incidental benefit in return. Logo or name recognition in event materials is not considered more than an incidental benefit.
Here is an example of what can be paid from a donor-advised fund for an event:
- A $5,000 event sponsorship includes a table for 10 with the donor’s name or logo in event materials.
- If the lowest ticket price to attend the event is $100, then the donor must pay $1,000 for the table from the donor’s personal bank account ($100 × 10 seats at the table), and a grant from a donor-advised fund can cover the remaining $4,000.
NOTE: If a donor chooses not to accept any benefits associated with a sponsorship, the entire amount may be paid by a grant from a donor-advised fund.
Donor-advised fund grants may support fund-a-need calls for outright donations at charitable events. However, grants from donor-advised funds cannot pay raffle tickets, games, or auction items because the donor cannot receive any personal benefits.
A grant from a donor-advised fund may fulfill a commitment to a 501(c)(3) public charity. However, Treasury and the IRS prohibit using the term “pledge” on grant checks or related correspondence. Instead, the donor should reference a “donation” or “gift.”
Donor-advised fund grants are prohibited from conferring any benefits “more than incidental” to the donor, donor advisor, or anyone related to them. The IRS has issued guidance indicating its opinion that donor-advised fund grants that enable attendance or participation in a charity-sponsored event are considered to provide a more than incidental benefit, even if the donor/advisor pays for the non-deductible portion of the ticket out of pocket—which would result in the assessment of a penalty excise tax on any donor/advisor who recommended the grant or who received the benefit. The same logic and penalty apply to membership fees that have deductible and non-deductible portions.
2024 Hope Gala Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor:
Connexus Energy
Diamond Sponsor:
Fridley Lions Club
Gold Sponsor:
Carlson Toyota
Carpenter, Evert & Associates
Everson Family
Leopold's Mississippi Gardens
Polaris
Silver Sponsor:
Blaze Credit Union
Classic Construction
Coon Rapids Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram
Corazzo Bookkeeping, Inc.
Mandy Meisner
Old National Bank
Print Sponsor:
Allegra | Blaine
Games Sponsor
Air Mechanical
Wine/Beer/Table Sponsors:
Magnifi Financial
Northeast Bank
Teeson Family
Friends of the Gala:
21st Century Bank
Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.
Citon Computer Corp
Coldwell Banker Burnet
Federal Premium Ammunition
Paula and Steve Wells
Steinwall, Inc.
Whitney Properties & Mgmt.