Where summer, community, and impact meet

Join our fabulous event chairs Katie Daly Vitale, Santina Daly Bragadin, and Christina Daly Gruber for a delightful kickoff to summer! Mingle with friends and savor the breathtaking sunset view of Gibraltar Bay at the beautiful home of Chris and Susan Hancock. The evening features dinner, dessert, and an exciting live auction!
 

Why Summer Glow Matters

At its heart, Summer Glow is about coming together—creating moments of generosity that ensure families in our community have the resources they need to thrive.
 

Impact at a Glance

Your support helps provide:
• Prevention-focused parenting education
• Workshops and guidance for caregivers from birth through young adulthood
• Family-centered resources that build resilience and stability
• Free, accessible services through The Guidance Center’s Walter White River Rouge Community Resource Center
 

Nurture the Future

Proceeds from Summer Glow directly support Nurture the Future, The Guidance Center’s prevention-based program empowering parents and caregivers with education, tools, and support to raise healthy, resilient children at every stage of life.
 

Auction Item Sneak Peek

Chris Stapleton Concert Experience	Parade Company VIP Experience and Thanksgiving Parade Float Ride	Signed Aidan Hutchinson Helmet and Detroit Lions Tickets	Private Boat Day Trip to Put-in-Bay

Our Sponsors

Summer Champion Sponsors

Andy & Wanda Giancamilli

Patrick & Karen Smithbauer

Island Hopper Sponsors

Chris & Susan Hancock

– Robert & Candace Molnar
 

Beacon Light Sponsors

Kimberly Pfeffer
Patrick & Monica Southward
   
            – Steve Oben & Jon Mehall
– Nick & Jessica Laske, Mark & Stacee Laske
– The Jon Hodge & John Serb Teams of Edward Jones Investments

Nurture the Future Sponsors

Marty & Loretta Daly
John & Kim Formentin
– Johnpaul & Liesa Finazzo
– Scott & Casey Hamelin
– Dr. Christopher & Missy DeAngelis


 

Glow Friend Sponsor

Matthew Andrews & Gillian Bringard-Andrews
Jerry & Mary Bringard
Joe & Jan Connors
Jason & Cindy Czarnik
George & Christina Gorno
Heidie Gorno
Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church
Tom & Laura Huot
In memory of Bill & Pat Kaiser
Dr. Gregory Goyert & Dr. Marcie Treadwell
Bruce & Tammy Ranck
– Vince & Katie Vitale
– Greg & Shannon Genter
– Aaron Taylor
– Shawn & Stephanie Walker
– Dr. Heather Cadena
– Sam & Lisa Vitale


– Dr. William & Lisa Athens
– Thomas & Lindsey Rudy
– Michael & Amber Sabat
 

Summer Glow Supporters

John & Anna Finazzo
Chris & Trisha Mans
Paul & Michelle Thrasher

Sponsorship Levels

Summer Champion: $5,500

· Reserved private table seating for six (6) guests in a premier, prominent location
· Exclusive speaking opportunity during the Summer Glow Program
· Complimentary bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne delivered to table
· Premier multi-channel sponsor recognition, including: Pre-event email communications, agency website and social media, prominent on-site event sponsor display, post-event email to attendees
Six event tickets are included.

Island Hopper: $3,500

· Complimentary bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne delivered to table
· Enhanced sponsor logo recognition, including: Agency website and social media, on-site event sponsor display, post-event email to attendees
Five event tickets are included.

Beacon Light: $2,500

· Prominent logo placement at the event
· Sponsor logo recognition, including: Agency website and social media, on-site event sponsor display, post-event email to attendees
Four event tickets are included.

Nurture the Future: $2,000

· Impact-focused recognition signage featuring sponsor logo
· Sponsor logo recognition, including: Agency website and social media, on-site event sponsor display, post-event email to attendees
Two event tickets are included.

Glow Friend: $1,500

· Illuminated lantern recognition featuring sponsor logo
· Sponsor logo recognition, including: Agency website and social media, on-site event sponsor display, post-event email to attendees
Two event tickets are included.

Tickets and Sponsorships

Please note:no tickets will be mailed. Guests check in at registration table.

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