You are invited to the Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School
BEST OF ME GALA
On May 1st, 2021 at 6pm, Our hybrid event of an in-person/virtual program will take place in the school Atrium and your home!
OUR GOAL:
All funds raised by the Gala go to the bursary fund, which supports deserving students whose families could not otherwise afford to provide them with such a specialized learning experience. In 2019, our event raised just over $200,000 from our passionate donors, surpassing our goal of $150,000. With our student population still growing and programs expanding we have set this year’s goal at $200,000, which we hope again to surpass, with your help.
ABOUT THE GALA
The Best of Me Gala is a biannual event to raise money for the KGMS Bursary Fund which helps children with learning disabilities attend our school
About Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School:
- KGMS is a centre of educational excellence that empowers children with learning disabilities in a passionate, progressive and inspiring learning environment.
- Serving Vancouver and the Lower Mainland for over 40 years, our non-profit, fully accredited school is for students in kindergarten through 12.
- The personalized program at KGMS led by our highly-trained teachers and support staff, brings out the personal best of our 210 students.
Who are our Students?
- All of our students have two things in common: they learn differently and typically enter our school after experiencing difficulties in a previous learning environment.
- Our diverse student population includes diagnoses of dyslexia, learning challenges in reading and written output, autism, anxiety, and ADHD.
What is The Best of Me Gala?
- It is an event to raise funds exclusively for the KGMS bursary/scholarship fund, organized by parent volunteers.
- The hybrid event will consist of three levels of potential engagement. An in-person intimate dinner program that is livestreamed to Pod Parties and also to individuals as a completely virtual element.
- The Gala will be held on May 1st, 2021
- Tickets available in November 2020, stay tuned!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
2021 Sponsors
Exclusive English Television Media Sponsor
Exclusive Radio Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
We are thankful to our 2019 donors for all their valued support.
Platinum Sponsors
John & Nina Cassils
Gold Sponsors
Jim Christopher & Rheanne Stevens
Nemetz
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Wine Sponsor
Cocktail Sponsor
Additional Sponsors
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact Us!
AUCTION
There will be a Silent Auction with a dynamic array of items, such as weekend getaways, art pieces, service opportunities, active gear and apparel, specialty one-of-a-kind items and experiences and more! This will be available for viewing and bidding for seven days prior to the night of the event. There will also be a Live Auction of our top three packages on the night of the event – you don’t want to miss out on this! A link to our online auction platform will be available HERE closer to the auction date.
PURCHASE TICKETS
There are three levels of participation available:
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- Attend the in-person intimate dinner with Gala Program in the school Atrium (outdoor venue)
- Attend a Pod Party for a catered dinner and livestreamed Gala Program; each Pod Party Host will arrange their guest list and Pod Parties of 6 or more will receive a Pod Party Package which includes a catered dinner, our signature drink, linens, gala swag, fun activities and more!
- Attend virtually from the comfort of your own home
- Tickets will be available in November – Please stay tuned!
CONTACT US
For information concerning Sponsorship Opportunities, Donation of Auction Items, Tickets or monetary donations not found on this website, please email our team at gala@kgms.ca or contact our Chair Kirsten Ueland at 604-805-7688.
BECOME A SPONSOR
There are many ways to become a supporter of the KGMS bursary fund which helps students attend our school and discover their true aptitude and provide hope for their future. Please find our Sponsorship Opportunities below and feel free to contact our Director of Communications & Advancement Kaila Sept at ksept@kgms.ca with any questions. Thank you for supporting the students at KGMS!
Maplewood Sponsor – $25,000
- 6 Complimentary Tickets & Name Recognition on table
- Special mention by the host
- Premier branded recognition at the event, including: prominent placement on auction software and event slideshow & logo on school website
- KGMS donor wall recognition
- Special acknowledgment on KGMS social media
Diamond Sponsor – $10,000
- 10 Complimentary Tickets & Name Recognition on table
- Mention by the host
- Branded recognition at the event, including: placement on auction software and event slideshow & logo on school website
- KGMS donor wall recognition
- Special acknowledgment on KGMS social media
Platinum Sponsor – $5,000
- 10 Complimentary Tickets & Name Recognition on table
- Branded recognition at the event, including logo on school website
- KGMS donor wall recognition
- Special acknowledgment on KGMS social media
Gold Sponsor – $2,500
- 10 Complimentary Tickets & Name Recognition on table
- Branded recognition at the event
- Special acknowledgment on KGMS social media
- Logo on school website
Silver – $1,000 or more
- Branded recognition at the event
- Special acknowledgment on KGMS social media and website
Bronze – $500 or more
- Special acknowledgment on KGMS social media and website
A tax receipt is available for any donations over $20. Any amount is appreciated to support the KGSM bursary.
DONATE AUCTION ITEMS:
Donated Auction items should be new or unused. The only limit is your imagination! Some examples of past Auction Items are spa gift certificates, vacation rentals, gym memberships and personal training, art pieces, jewelry, sports clothing and equipment, excursions experiences, unique and one-of-a-kind memorabilia, classes – the list can be endless!
Please find an Auction Item donation form HERE to fill be filled out for each donated item. If approaching local businesses or your own workplace for donations please feel free to distribute this information letter from the gala team HERE. Please also not that many workplaces have matching programs so enquire to see if this is possible for you to access.
Items can be dropped off at the school office with prior notice to maintain social distancing procedures. The office number is 604-985-5224.