Registration below for the 2026 Evening of Hope. Reserve your ticket or table today!
Evening of Hope
9438 Dorothy Avenue, Garfield Heights, Ohio 44125
Thursday October 8th, 2026
A night of inspiration and celebration led by Scholars every fall, including the presentation of both the Pillar of Hope and Heart of Service awards. This special event is where their dreams take center stage and the true spirit of Hope Ignites shines.
New this year is a unique opportunity to directly support an impactful wilderness capstone experience for our rising high school seniors.
Evening Agenda
5:30PM Cocktail Reception
7:00PM Seated Dinner & Program
Casual Chic Attire
Our 2026 Honorees
Cici Riley
Anne B. O’Donnell
Heart of Service Award
Kenneth Amos
Pillar of Hope Honoree
Hope Ignites Class of 2019
Questions? Contact Michelle Wohlfeiler Bailin at (216) 553-4045 or [email protected] for more details.
2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner in Persistence
- Reserved VIP seating for 8 guests
- Prominent recognition at dinner and in select marketing collateral, including half page ad in event program
- Tax deductible amount: $3,600
Partner in Empowerment
- Leadership-level sponsor of Evening of Hope with premium recognition in all marketing collateral, including full page ad in event program
- Reserved VIP seating for 10 guests
- Direct investment into one Scholar’s 2025 merit-based scholarship
- Tax deductible amount: $8,300
Partner in Community
- Seating for 4 guests
- Recognition on banner and in event program, including quarter page ad
- Tax deductible amount: $1,400
Additional Participation Opportunities
Ruby Celebration
- Exclusive recognition at main bar
- Full amount tax deductible
Lighting The Legacy
- Exclusive recognition near AV setup at seated dinner
- Full amount tax deductible
Roots & Rhythm
- Exclusive recognition near live entertainment
- Full amount tax deductible
Toast & Taste
- Exclusive recognition at oyster station
- Full amount tax deductible
Message of Hope
- Full page color ad in the event program
- Full amount tax deductible
Message of Hope Half Page Ad
- Half page color ad in the event program
- Full amount tax deductible
Friend of Hope
- Individual ticket with open bar
- Tax deductible amount: $100
Young professional rate available. Please contact Michelle Bailin at (216) 553-4045 or [email protected] for more information.
Celebrate with a Message of Hope!
*Full amount is tax deductible.
Consult your tax advisor relating to any tax benefits claimed.
Donor Advised Funds and private foundations cannot be used to pay for sponsorships, tickets, or tables. They can be used for a donation.