25th Anniversary Kids-TALK Gala

Friday, September 18, 2026

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Michigan Central
Detroit, Michigan

A milestone 25th Anniversary is one to truly celebrate, especially when it means that since the creation of the Kids-TALK program in 2001 thousands upon thousands of children in Wayne County have been surrounded by the support they need to heal from their trauma. Our spectacular 25th Anniversary Kids-TALK Gala (formerly Grape Expectations for Kids Dinner) at the crown jewel of Detroit—the newly and superbly restored Michigan Central–raises funds to help The Guidance Center protect children who have suffered abuse, neglect and trauma and work to expand this life-saving program in the City of Detroit and beyond. For 25 years Kids-TALK has made a huge difference in the lives of children and families in Wayne County. Supporting and attending this spectacular Gala both helps thousands of children each year and invests in the future of our community!

Presenting Sponsor

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting Sponsor: $25,000 (one available)

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
Invitation to VIP party | VIP table (10 tickets total) with premium placement | Exclusive speaking opportunity during the event program | Recognition in all media and press outreach | One-year recognition on the Kids-TALK donor wall and website

VIP Reception Sponsor: $20,000

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
Invitation to VIP party | VIP table (10 tickets total) with premium placement | Exclusive speaking opportunity during VIP reception | Recognition in all media and press outreach | One-year recognition on the Kids-TALK donor wall and website

Champion for Children Sponsor: $15,000

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
Invitation to VIP party | 8 event tickets with premium placement | Recognition in all media and press outreach | One-year recognition on the Kids-TALK donor wall and website

Kids-TALK Patron Sponsor: $10,000

Michigan Central Friend Sponsor: $7,500

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
6 event tickets with premium placement | Recognition in all media and press outreach | One-year recognition on the Kids-TALK donor wall and website

Valet Sponsor: $5,000 (one available)

Entertainment Sponsor: $5,000

Wayne County Leader Sponsor: $2,500

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
4 event tickets with premium placement | Recognition in all media and press outreach | One-year recognition on the Kids-TALK donor wall and website

Tickets and Sponsorships

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Price: $250.00
Table of 10 Quantity
Price: $2,500.00
Dietary Restrictions
- Vegetarian
- Dairy free
- Gluten free
Guest Information
We will be using a mobile bidding site, Clickbid, for the silent auction. To register guests as a bidder, an email address and/or mobile number must be provided. This will allow you to receive instructions along with your bidder number and to receive notifications of the items you bid on. For couples who will be sharing a bidder number, the same or separate email addresses and/or mobile numbers may be submitted. Your information will not be sold or shared. You may add up to 9 guests (use the plus sign at the end of each line).
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I cannot attend the event, but would like to make a donation:
Sponsorships
- Presenting Sponsor (10 event tickets included) - $25,000
- VIP Reception Sponsor (10 event tickets included) - $20,000
- Champion for Children Sponsor (8 event tickets included) - $15,000
- Kids-TALK Patron Sponsor (8 event tickets included)- $10,000
- Michigan Central Friend Sponsor (6 event tickets included)- $7,500
- Valet Sponsor (6 event tickets included)- $5,000 (One available)
- Entertainment Sponsor (6 event tickets included) - $5,000
- Wayne County Leader Sponsor (4 event tickets included) - $2,500
Comments (Sponsors: please list how you would like your sponsorship to read)
Please submit your business logo to lrahrig@guidance-center.org.
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