The Dream Foundation Announces “No Gala Gala” Fundraiser

The Dream Foundation’s CEO Kisa Heyer has announced their annual fundraising event titled, “No Gala Gala 2024,” which is an online internet fundraising event from October 13 through 20. 

The online event features two ways to donate to the mission of the Dream Foundation: item bidding and direct sponsorship. There are 19 auction items, including jewelry by Anna Janelle, an animation lesson with Emmy winner Andy Suriano (Spiderman, Star Wars), a vacay at St. Barts, two nights stay in the Solage Resort Napa Valley, an Ernest Jones-signed Rams helmet, ceremonial first pitch at Guaranteed Rate Field for the White Sox 2025, and a Tesla Mezcal Specialty Spirit, among others.

For background on the Dream Foundation’s event and need for funding, I interfaced with their PR magnet, Dani Cordaro who coordinated my interview with Heyer.

Q.What makes this year’s funding event special?

A. The No Gala Gala is our biggest event of the year and will surely be your favorite. We invite guests to stay home, bid on our online auction including luxurious international trips and a plethora of priceless must-haves, buy an opportunity drawing ticket to discover Napa’s great splendor, or make a gift, no matter the size. Do something amazing this fall and help us serve final Dreams!

Q.Is there a funding goal? And to what end are the proceeds this year going?

A. We set a $200,000 goal. And 100% of funds raised will grant final Dreams for terminally ill adults throughout the coming months.

Q. Who are your top sponsors?

A. Southwest Airlines, Kenny and Elizabeth Slaught, Louise and Tim Casey, Robin and Roger Himovitz, the Zegar Family Foundation, Board Chair Mario Muredda, Philip Sloane and Sheryl Zimmerman, Sharon and Jeff Jordano, Anne Towbes, and Montecito Bank & Trust.

411: https://www.dreamfoundation.org/event/no-gala-gala-2024/