Join Us in Creating a Winning Circle of Hope for Autism

By embracing the beauty of autism as a unique tapestry of learning and thinking styles.
Celebrate living in a world of Roses, where every individual blooms.
Become a part of our winning circle.

Your participation in our 2024 Gala plays a crucial role in ensuring the long-term prosperity of Giant Steps.

A Night At the Races is our theme this year. Gallop with us into a world of excitement and fun, where every attendee receives a stack of Gator Dollars to bet on simulated horse races, enjoy thrilling casino-style table games, get a caricature drawn by a talented artist, or be mesmerized by a magician. Experience fun at every turn!

Join Us for the Pre-Party to watch the 150th Running of the Kentucky Derby.

Doors Open at 5:15 p.m.
Mint Juleps, Peach Bellinis, and Derby Hors d'Oeuvres will be served
Approximate Derby Post time: 5:57 p.m.
Pre-party is included in your Gala ticket purchase

The Golden Ticket - Get Your Ticket Today!

Enter to become our Golden Ticket Winner! ONLY 100 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD!

One lucky winner will choose from one of the following prize options:

1) $1,500 cash
2) Kentucky Bourbon Trip: includes 3 nights for 2 adults in the birthplace of Bourbon, Lexington, KY, for a guided tour and tastings at three local distilleries. Tastings include private car and driver.
3) Sedona Trip: Unwind with 3 nights for 2 adults at the Wilde Resort & Spa in Sedona, AZ. Includes your choice of helicopter or jeep tour.
4) Tuscany with Wine: Get away to Tuscany. 6 nights stay for 2 adults in a private apartment located in Cortona, Italy. Dinner show and wine for 2 by a private chef. Wine education and a local tasting. Includes 6 bottles of Tuscan wine shipped directly to your home.

A Night at the Races

By Giant Steps Illinois

A Night at the Races

Join Us in Creating a Winning Circle of Hope for Autism