Individual Ticket
$250
Night of Light Celebration
Event Details
You're Invited!
On September 26, 2026, the Aim Higher Foundation will host its 14th annual Night of Light Celebration! Proceeds of the gala will support our tuition-assistance scholarships which help make the benefits of a Catholic school accessible to all children across the Twin Cities. For full details of the event, please visit our gala website. As questions arise, we encourage you to contact Claire Buethe at cbuethe@aimhigherfoundaiton.org or call us at 612-819-6711.
Evening Schedule
5:30 PM Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM Dinner
8:00 PM Program
Attire
Formal Attire (Black Tie Optional)
Payment Information
Please Note: When purchasing tickets or tables, or making a donation, if you prefer to pay via check or DAF please contact Claire Buethe.
The Aim Higher Foundation is an independent, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. EIN # 46-3935682. The FMV of the meal is $85
Tickets, Tables & Sponsorships
The venue has reached maximum capacity. Only purchases that do not include guests can be made.
Table Sponsorship
$2,500
- One table (10 guests) with standard placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Table Sponsorships are available until the event sells out
Diamond Event Sponsor
$50,000
- Four tables (40 guests) with premier placement
- Exclusive VIP Hospitality Package
- Special verbal recognition during the program
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
Gold Event Sponsor
$25,000
- Three tables (30 guests) with premier placement
- Complimentary Hospitality Package
- Special verbal recognition during the program
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
Silver Event Sponsor
$15,000
- Two tables (20 guests) with premier placement
- Complimentary Hospitality Package
- Special verbal recognition during the program
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
Bronze Sponsorship
$5,000
- One table (10 guests) with preferred placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
Corporate Partner (Year-Long Sponsorship
$30,000
Gain year-round recognition as a valued partner of the Aim Higher Foundation! Corporate sponsorship uniquely blends the power of marketing with the impact of philanthropy, positioning your business as a leader in supporting education and community growth.
- Two table (20 guests) with premier placement, plus other Night of Light recognitions including:
- Prominent placement in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
- Year-round branding at Aim Higher Foundation’s events including:
- Night of Light of Light Celebration
- Patrons Circle
- Corporate Partners Networking Event
- Ice Cream Social
- Check Delivery Marathon
- Annual Report Launch Party
*Corporate Partner packages may be customized to accommodate corporation’s community relations goals and budgets.
Contact Claire Buethe, cbuethe@aimhigherfoundation.org for further information.
Night of Light Live Auction Sponsor
$20,000
- Two tables (20 guests) with premier placement at the Night of Light Celebration
- Logo prominently displayed on the backs of all bid cards during the auction (800+ guests)
- Verbal recognition during the live auction
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
Feature Video Sponsor
$5,000
- One table (10 guests) with standard placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
- Verbal and print recognition as feature video sponsor
Wine Sponsor
$5,000
- One table (10 guests) with standard placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
- Exclusive branding on 80+ ballroom tables
Silent Auction Sponsor
$5,000
- One table (10 guests) with standard placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
- Exclusive recognition on the auction site
Cocktail Reception Sponsor
$5,000
- One table (10 guests) with standard placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
- Exclusive branding during cocktail hour and post-event celebration
Print Sponsor
$5,000
- One table (10 guests) with standard placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
- Exclusive recognition in printed program (800+ guests)
Valet Sponsor
$5,000
- One table (10 guests) with standard placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
- Exclusive branding at valet entrance and registration area
Choir Sponsor
$5,000
- One table (10 guests) with standard placement
- Recognition in the print program and on event screens
- Name and logo displayed on the event website
- Recognition in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
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