Gala 2020
The Lake Forest Academy Board of Trustees, the Parents Association Board,
the Alumni Advisory Board and Head of School José M. De Jesús cordially invite you to
Virtual Gala 2020: Supporting GREAT Teachers
Friday, October 9, 2020 at 7 p.m.
About Gala 2020
About Gala 2020
On Friday, October 9, 2020, members of Lake Forest Academy's community will gather virtually to celebrate LFA’s outstanding faculty and to raise funds* for on-campus faculty housing. Four faculty apartments are under construction on the East side of Atlass Hall and are scheduled for faculty family occupancy in early 2021. The new housing will enhance the 24/7 presence of adults at LFA. On-campus housing is one of the keys to recruiting and retaining top-notch faculty at LFA. Residential faculty are the teachers, mentors, coaches and advisors that all students, both day and boarding, need and rely on at the Academy.
*Guests will be invited to show support for the Academy and its faculty with a monetary gift that is tax-deductible per U.S. IRS regulations. Arrangements for absentee or anonymous bids toward the $1.8 million project may be made by contacting Advancement Events Coordinator Rachael Josephsen in advance at rjosephsen@lfanet.org. Step up and show your support for LFA’s faculty, at a time like no other.
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Sponsorship Benefits
Business Sponsorship & Family Patron Levels
Presenting Sponsorship:
$5,000
- One-minute video advertisement (provided by Sponsor) to be aired at start of live program, on Gala website, and shared on social media
- Ability to brand virtual reception room with Presenting Sponsor logo
- Most Prominent Presenting Sponsor Logo Placement on all promotional materials including:
- Gala event website
- Gala email blasts to approximately 4,000 LFA parents, alumni, alumni parents, and friends of the Academy
- Social media recognition on Instagram and Facebook channels (combined reach of 5,000) pre, during, and post event
- Sponsor logo featured as a Presenting Sponsor in targeted e-blasts to Gala invitees and attendees
- Presenting Sponsor acknowledgment during livestream of Gala by emcee
- Presenting Sponsor acknowledgement in Gala Chair’s remarks during Gala programming
Premier Patron:
$2,500
- Business or Family name featured as a Premier Patron in targeted e-blasts to Gala invitees and attendees
- Business or Family Message of Support to be displayed in chat room feature during livestream of Gala auction (Optional)
- Social media recognition on Instagram and Facebook channels (combined reach of 5,000) pre, during, and post event
- Premier Patron acknowledgement in Gala Chair’s remarks during Gala programming
Patron:
$1,000
- Patrons will be thanked during Gala programming for their loyal and generous support
Contact Leigh Ann Jacobson P’13, ’23, Director of Parent Relations and Giving at 847-615-3238 or leighann.jacobson@lfanet.org with questions.
Gala FAQs
- When is the Gala this year?
- Will there be another Gala in May 2021?
- How can I register to watch the Gala program and livestream?
- What is the cost to register for the event?
- If it's virtual, will there still be a live Paddle Raise at Gala 2020?
- Will attendees be able to see one another in the virtual space?
- I own a small business and would like to make it more visible in the LFA community. Are there sponsorship and patron opportunities?
- I can't attend but want to support LFA's great faculty.
- Where does my contribution to Gala 2020 go?
When is the Gala this year?
Will there be another Gala in May 2021?
How can I register to watch the Gala program and livestream?
Go here to register for the live broadcast and mobile bidding. The Advancement team will be sending families an email once registration is live.
What is the cost to register for the event?
Registration is complimentary this year. Your registration will give you access to bid on an impressive curated selection of silent auction packages, to view programming from our speakers and performing arts division, and participate in the annual paddle raise where you can make a special gift in an extraordinary time.
If it's virtual, will there still be a live Paddle Raise at Gala 2020?
Yes, there will be still be a live virtual Paddle Raise with an auctioneer that viewers can watch live during the Gala broadcast. Your registration link will give you access to the broadcast. As in previous years, the auctioneer can either publicly thank donors during the livestream or donors can choose to remain anonymous.