Life has felt like a juggling act lately. Unexpected flooding in August tested our resilience, but thanks to our amazing and supportive community, we've rebuilt, restored, and recovered in many ways. Now, as we prepare for our Under the Big Top gala, we're inviting you to help us turn obstacles into opportunities.

Our goal for this year's gala is to raise over $150,000 in net proceeds for our General Fund at Journeys Lutheran School. The General Fund helps to cover essential educational costs for providing the most supportive and successful environments for our students and staff.

For over 60 years, Journeys Lutheran School has been providing specialized education services to students in the Greater Milwaukee area who struggle with learning, emotional, and behavioral challenges. This year we serve about 120 amazing students with diagnoses including ADHD, learning disabilities, depression, bipolar disorder, autism, post-trauma disorders, and a variety of other diagnoses that affect the ability to learn, communicate, and regulate emotions. We serve children of any race, color, origin, and faith, providing a safe and unique space to learn the academic and life skills they need to thrive as they grow.

Your support at our gala will help us continue to rebuild what was lost, and strengthen the programs that make a difference every day. When you give to this year's event, you're not just donating--you're lifting up families, bringing hope back into the spotlight, and proving that our community can weather any storm together.

Thank you for helping us turn challenges into center-ring triumphs!

Hope to see you Under the Big Top!

2026 Gala: Under the Big Top

By Journeys Lutheran School

2026 Gala: Under the Big Top

Step right up! The big top is rising, and the excitement is building for the 2026 Journeys Lutheran School annual gala fundraiser. We can't wait to get the show started!