This year’s theme, Celebrating Our Legacy, Embracing Our Future, will honor Ecker Center’s rich history while casting a vision for our future. Our goal is to raise $100,000 to expand and enhance our services, allowing us to reach more people, introduce new programs, upgrade our facilities, and enhance our care to those who need it most.

There are several impactful ways you can contribute:

Become an Event Sponsor: Receive exclusive recognition and showcase your support for behavioral health services.
Advertise in the Program: Reach a wide audience while supporting our mission by placing an ad in the event program.
Donate In-Kind: Support our silent auction with an item donation, gaining visibility for your business.
Join Us at the Gala: Attend and enjoy an unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and support for a worthy cause.

Your participation—whether through sponsorship, program advertising, in-kind donation, or attendance—will directly help individuals and families in need of critical behavioral health services.

Ticketing Options

Individual Ticket (adult 18+): $175.00

Support a great cause while enjoying an unforgettable evening!
Includes:
- Admission for one
- 2 complimentary drinks (cocktails or mocktails)
- Access to hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dessert
- Bonus: Invitation to both the pre-program cocktail hour and post-program reception
- Access to raffles, silent auction, and live auction bidding
- Thank-you gift

Couples Package (2 Tickets): $330.00

Celebrate the evening with a partner and double the impact!
Includes:
- Admission for two
- 4 complimentary drinks (2 per person)
- Access to hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dessert
- Bonus: Invitation to both receptions with meet-and-greet opportunities
- Access to raffles, silent auction, and live auction bidding
- Two thank-you gifts

Group of 4 Tickets: $600.00

Make it a night out with friends or family!
- Includes:
- Admission for four
- 8 complimentary drinks (2 per person)
- Access to hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dessert
- Bonus: Invitation to both receptions with socializing and networking opportunities
- Access to raffles, silent auction, and live auction bidding
- Four thank-you gifts

Table of 8: $1,120.00

Host a group or corporate team with reserved seating for a memorable night!
Includes:
- Admission for eight with reserved seating
- 16 complimentary drinks (2 per person)
- Access to hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dessert
- Bonus: Invitation to both receptions, plus in-person auction items and meet-and-greet opportunities
- Access to raffles, silent auction, and live auction bidding
- Eight thank-you gifts

Add-On Tickets for Children & Teens:

Teen Tickets (ages 13 - 17): Teens can be added to your order for $75 each. You may either purchase a ticket for your teen separately or add $75 in the donation field upon checkout.
Child Tickets (12 & under): Children are welcome to attend for free with a paying adult.

Dress Code: Cocktail Attire

To purchase tickets, click the blue 'REGISTER HERE' button at the top of the main page.

Sponsorship Levels & Benefits

Please confirm your sponsorship commitment by November 15, 2024

Champion: $10,000+

Speaking Opportunity: Dedicated speaking opportunity during event
Recognition: Acknowledgment during event; social media promotion, prominent logo/name on event materials & full-page ad in event program, listed in Annual Report
Event Tickets: Complimentary event tickets for up to ten (10) guests
Swag Bag: Opportunity to include item in attendee swag bag

Hope Giver: $5,000+

Speaking Opportunity: Dedicated speaking opportunity during event
Recognition: Acknowledgement during event; social media promotion; logo/name on event materials & full-page ad in event program, listed in Annual Report
Event Tickets: Complimentary event tickets for up to eight (8) guests
Swag Bag: Opportunity to include item in attendee swag bag

Advocate: $2,500+

Recognition: Acknowledgement during event; social media promotion; mention in press release; logo/name on event materials & half-page ad in event program, listed in Annual Report
Event Tickets: Complimentary event tickets for up to six (6) guests
Swag Bag: Opportunity to include item in attendee swag bag

Community Builder: $1,000+

Recognition: Social media promotion; logo/name on event materials & quarter-page ad in event program, listed in Annual Report
Event Tickets: Complimentary event tickets for up to four (4) guests
Swag Bag Inclusion: Opportunity to include item in attendee swag bag

Ecker Supporter: $500+

Recognition: Social media promotion; logo/name on event materials & business card ad in event program, listed in Annual Report
Event Tickets: Complimentary event ticket for up to two (2) guests
Swag Bag: Opportunity to include item in attendee swag bag

Ecker Friend: $200+

Recognition: Social media promotion; logo/name on event materials & event program, listed in Annual Report

In-Kind Sponsor (donation of an item or service)

Recognition: Social media promotion; logo/name on event materials & event program; logo/name on bid sheets for donated auction items & decorated holiday trees; additional benefits based on value of donation.

Sponsorship levels are flexible. We are committed to collaborating with you to create a sponsorship package that aligns with your objectives and values. Please reach out to explore the possibilities for collaboration. Thank you for your interest in supporting our cause.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AS A SPONSOR

Program Book Advertising Opportunities

Full page ad: $600
½-page ad: $350
¼-page ad: $275
Business card size ad: $200

We’re happy to provide complimentary ad design for the program book if needed.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AS A PROGRAM ADVERTISER

For almost 70 years, Ecker Center has been a cornerstone in the Elgin community, providing quality behavioral health care to those in need. Our goal is to break down barriers, minimize gaps in care, and empower those we serve throughout their recovery journey.

We provide a continuum of care for individuals that come to us for help, including crisis intervention & stabilization, psychiatric & mental health, substance use recovery, problem gambling, youth prevention & education services, and we continuously add programs that meet the evolving needs of our community.

Ecker Gala 2024: Celebrating Our Legacy, Embracing Our Future

Join Us for a Night of Reflection, Growth, and Hope