the Olive branch for children
JOIN US FOR OUR 2026 ANNUAL GALA: KUJENGA MUSTAKABALI MWEMA –
BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES
May 2, 2026 at Paradise Banquet Hall in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
The Olive Branch for Children’s 2026 Annual Gala
KUJENGA MUSTAKABALI MWEMA – BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES
Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Paradise Banquet Hall, Classic Ballroom
7601 Jane Street, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada L4K 1X2
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The Olive Branch for Children’s annual gala is TOBFC’s major fundraising event in Canada to support our programs. This year we welcome you to a new location – Paradise Banquet Hall in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada.
Also new this year, this fun-filled evening will begin with an antipasti and prosecco bar to enjoy from 6:00 – 7:00 pm while you explore the silent auction, shop at the African market, check out our great door prizes and make memories with friends at the photo booth.
Then a sit-down dinner with wine and an open bar will be served. Between meal courses guests can continue to bid at the silent auction and enjoy the photo booth and 3D virtual reality tour of TOBFC in Tanzania. Last year’s live band Switchbeat will be back for another unforgettable evening!
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By attending the gala, supporters like you help TOBFC to continue to offer impactful, integrated programs that invest in people’s potential, nurture dignity, and empower communities to create generational change.
We look forward to sharing an incredible night with you!
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EVENT DETAILS
6 pm Gala begins with Antipasti and Prosecco Bar
7 pm Sit-down Dinner with Wine and Open Bar
9 pm Live Band and Dancing
10 pm Silent Auction Closes
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If you are interested in donating items for the silent auction or sponsorship opportunities, or cannot attend but would like to make a donation, please see Other Ways to Support the Gala.
GALA TICKET OPTIONS
Individual – C$195
Includes chicken/vegetarian dinner, open bar, entertainment, door prizes and a $110 tax receipt
Individual Gold – C$500
Includes extra donation, all the benefits of an individual gala ticket, plus recognition at the gala and on website and a $415 tax receipt
Table for 10 – C$1,950
Includes 10 individual gala tickets at a reserved table, plus recognition at the gala and on the website and a $1,100 tax receipt
Child under 12 – C$100
Includes dinner, entertainment and a $40 tax receipt
Dietary Preferences
Gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, or vegan meals can be provided. Order the meal that most closely meets your needs – chicken or vegetarian, then email us at info@theolivebranchforchildren.org to customize your meal. We will contact table purchasers about meal requirements.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tax Receipts
Please purchase tickets in the name you wish tax receipts to be issued. Canada Helps automatically issues tax receipts according to your payment.
Buy or Organize a Table
Buy a table for 10 and introduce TOBFC to new people. Or organize a table of friends and colleagues who buy their own individual tickets. Email us at info@theolivebranchforchildren.org and we will seat you together.
If You Can’t Attend
Please only purchase tickets if you are planning to attend the gala. Donations can be made in the ticket order section of the event page or on our website to support the event.
Let Us Celebrate You!
When you purchase your ticket, please consider clicking the box to have your name featured on the attendee list and our website. We want to recognize your support!
Photography Release
Please note that by attending this public event you agree to the following: through my attendance at this event, I hereby grant TOBFC and their representatives, permission to use my likeness, captured at the event, in photographs or video; directly or indirectly, in any and all publications, including web-based, digital and social outlets or venues, without payment or consideration of any kind, in perpetuity.
other ways to support the gala
Make a Donation
Please make a donation if you are unable to attend or can help even more. Selecting “Annual Gala” in the drop-down menu ensures your donation will support the gala directly.
Corporate Sponsorships
Profile your company and support TOBFC with sponsorship packages that start from $2,500 and include a table for 10.
Silent Auction Donations
Help make this event a success by donating goods or services for our popular silent auction.
For more information, please contact our Gala Co-Chairs Dolly Jiwa and Susan Carter Smith at info@theolivebranchforchildren.org.
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