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 Sponsors

Catalli Family Charitable Trust

 

Champion for Children Sponsor

Patrick & Karen Smithbauer

 

Kids-TALK Patron Sponsors

 

Entertainment Sponsor

John & Nancy Colina

 

Wayne County Leader Sponsors

Bruce & Tammy Ranck

Greg & Shannon Genter


Sponsorship Levels

Presenting Sponsor: $25,000 (one available)

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
Invitation to VIP party | Ten (10) VIP All-Access Tickets including VIP dinner table with premium placement and afterglow | 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 | Ten (10) VIP All-Access Tickets including VIP dinner table with premium placement and afterglow | 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 | Eight (8) VIP All-Access Tickets including VIP dinner table with premium placement and afterglow | Recognition in all media and press outreach | One-year recognition on the Kids-TALK donor wall and website
 

Kids-TALK Patron Sponsor: $10,000

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
Invitation to VIP party | Eight (8) VIP All-Access Tickets including VIP dinner table with premium placement and afterglow | Recognition in all media and press outreach | One-year recognition on the Kids-TALK donor wall and website
 

Michigan Central Friend Sponsor: $7,500

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
Six (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)

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

Entertainment Sponsor: $5,000

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

Wayne County Leader Sponsor: $2,500

Premier logo placement on all event materials, press releases, signage, digital campaigns |
Four (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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Includes dancing, open bar and light bites (9 p.m. arrival)
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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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