THE OLIVE BRANCH FOR CHILDREN
JOIN US FOR OUR 15th ANNUAL GALA: PAMOJA TENA – ToGETHER AGAIN!
Friday, May 5th, 2023 at Bellvue Manor in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
Our annual in-person gala is back! We have missed you all and are excited to share all the incredible successes The Olive Branch for Children (TOBFC) has achieved over the last three years. The night will be filled with fun activities and a NEW dinner format. We will have several incredible food stations, an open bar, a 3D virtual reality tour of our programs in Tanzania, door prizes, a photo booth, dancing, and more. Our founder Deborah McCracken-Nangereke's keynote address will include some personal stories as well as interesting insights into TOBFC programs and plans for the coming year. We look forward to sharing a fabulous night with you!
This year we have a new free flow gala format that will allow you to mix and mingle with your old friends and meet new ones. Registration begins at 6:00 pm in the foyer, where you can enjoy delightful violin music.
When you arrive, you can grab a glass of wine, beer, or a soft drink from the bar before you roam around the hall. You will find incredible silent auction items, an African marketplace, and a 3D virtual reality tour of TOBFC programs in Tanzania.
Food stations and a full bar begin at 7:00 pm. Whenever you get hungry, check out our food stations, each with a unique delicious offering – Thai, Italian, Greek, Fish & Chips, Poutine, Fruit, and Dessert. Find the stations you like best and feel free to return for more. You can keep strolling around with your food, grab a seat, or gather at a stand-up table before you wander some more.
Assigned seating will be available for seniors and those with accessibility needs. Please indicate the number of seats needed when ordering tickets. There will be volunteers to pick up food from the various stations for those who require assistance.
There will be a greeting, door prizes and Deborah McCracken-Nangereke’s keynote address around 8:30 pm before the DJ invites everyone to dance the night away. The silent auction will close at 10:00 pm, but there will still be lots of time to enjoy the music, dance, take photos and visit the 3D virtual reality centre.
GALA TICKET OPTIONS
INDIVIDUAL $150 CAD
Includes admission, food stations, open bar, activities, door prizes, and a $65 tax receipt
INDIVIDUAL GOLD $500 CAD
Includes extra donation with a $415 tax receipt, all the benefits of an individual gala ticket, plus recognition at the gala and on TOBFC website
TABLE FOR 10 $1,500 CAD
Includes a reserved table for 10 people with all the benefits of individual gala tickets and a $650 tax receipt
CHILD UNDER 12 $100 CAD
Includes admission, food stations, activities, and a $40 tax receipt
Assigned Seating
When ordering tickets, please indicate the number of assigned seats needed for accessibility reasons.
LET US CELEBRATE YOU
Our Global Family is very important to us and we want to acknowledge every individual who is part of this event! When you purchase your ticket, please consider having your name featured on the attendee list, which will also be displayed in the Global Family section of our website. We want to recognize your support!
OTHER WAYS TO HELP
Please make a donation if you are unable to attend or can help even more.
Corporate sponsorships and silent auction donations are also needed to help make this event a success. For more information, please contact our Gala Chairperson Kelly Johnson at keljohnson31@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support!