Children's Ball 2025

A Bright Path Forward: Together for Children's Health

Saturday, April 26, 2025

6 p.m. - midnight

The Anthem & The Wharf | Washington, D.C.

A Bright Path Forward: Together for Children's Health

Bird's-eye view of Children's Ball 2024 event inside The Anthem concert venue

What

The Children's National Hospital annual black-tie gala raises critical funds to support patients and families by bringing together over 900 business and community leaders.

Musician, Mason, smiling and holding a saxophone

Why

Your generous sponsorship of the Children's Ball provides critical support for Children’s National Hospital through the Fund for Every Child. This fund helps us provide world-class care to every child and family in need.

Where

The Anthem & The Wharf in Washington, D.C.

Event attendee and auction participant holding up bid number

How

Join the celebration and support Children's National Hospital. Become a sponsor of Children's Ball 2025 or donate today.

Sponsorship Opportunities Become a Sponsor

Event Details

The Children's Ball is the annual signature fundraising event for Children's National Hospital. Since 2007, the gala has raised more than $46 million to support children and families. Funds raised benefit children's health through the Fund for Every Child. This fund enables us to provide care to every child and family in need, increasing healthcare access and equity in our community. It supports special services like art and music therapy that help kids be kids during their hospital stay. And it advances promising research that leads to new treatments and cures for childhood's most challenging conditions.

Date & Time

Saturday, April 26, 2025

6 p.m. - midnight

Location

The Anthem & The Wharf
Complimentary valet parking

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Contact Us

(301) 565-8530

Event Schedule

6 p.m.	Cocktail Reception
7 p.m.	Dinner
9 p.m.	Main Stage Program & Live Auction
10 p.m. - midnight	Live Entertainment & Dancing

Host Committee

Please check back for updates on the Children’s Ball 2025 Host Committee. To learn more about committee opportunities, please contact Stephen Roche.

Event Co-Chairs

Jon and Allison Kling
Mara Glaser McCahan and Daniel McCahan

Committee Members*

Rebecca and Rob Nichols
Kathie and Mike Williams

*as of October 28, 2024.

Sponsor Benefits and Opportunities

Sponsorship is the most impactful way to support the Children’s Ball. To learn more about 2025 sponsorship opportunities and benefits, please view the menu below, download our sponsorship overview or contact Stephen Roche (Senior Associate Director, Special Events) or Samantha Frankel (Senior Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships).

PRESENTING SPONSOR | $250,000 (Exclusive Opportunity)

Event Benefits

Three (3) tables of ten (10) seats with front row VIP seating
Special table amenities for your guests, including tabletop champagne and favors
Exclusive Presenting Sponsor signage throughout registration and The Anthem
Exclusive recognition and announcement of sponsorship at the Children's Ball premiere sponsor recognition event with senior hospital leadership
Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive(s) or event leadership
Full-page advertisement in the event program
Highest logo or name placement on all printed and digital materials, as available (including invitation, program and signage)*
Logo or name recognition*:
- in the mainstage presentation
- on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization, if applicable
- in the post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal
- in the post-event advertisement in Washington Life
One (1) spotlight post on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation LinkedIn page
Exclusive invitation for four (4) to the Children's Ball premiere sponsor recognition event with senior hospital leadership

Additional Benefits

Recognition as a matching donor for one of Children's National Hospital Foundation's campaigns
Opportunity for a behind-the-scenes experience at Children’s National, such as shadowing a physician or research scientist for a day, a customized hospital tour or volunteer opportunity for your employees (tailored to your interests and focus areas)
Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

$250 per ticket and $100 per table for goods and services are not tax deductible.

*Deadline to appear in the invitation is January 10, 2025.

*Deadline to appear in the print program and event materials is April 1, 2025.

PREMIER SPONSOR | $200,000 (Exclusive Opportunity)

Event Benefits

Two (2) tables of ten (10) seats with front row VIP seating
Special table amenities for your guests, including tabletop champagne and favors
Exclusive sponsorship of the Cocktail Reception, with prominent Premier Sponsor signage throughout The Anthem and unique branding opportunities, including a branded signature cocktail and your logo on cocktail napkins
Exclusive recognition and announcement of sponsorship at the Children's Ball premiere sponsor recognition event with senior hospital leadership
Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive(s) or event leadership
Full-page advertisement in the event program
Premium logo or name placement on all printed and digital materials, as available (including invitation, program and signage)*
Logo or name recognition*:
- in the mainstage presentation
- on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization, if applicable
- in the post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal
- in the post-event advertisement in Washington Life
One (1) spotlight post on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation LinkedIn page
Exclusive invitation for four (4) to the Children's Ball premiere sponsor recognition event with senior hospital leadership

Additional Benefits

Recognition as a matching donor for one of Children's National Hospital Foundation's campaigns
Opportunity for a behind-the-scenes experience at Children’s National, such as shadowing a physician or research scientist for a day, a customized hospital tour or volunteer opportunity for your employees (tailored to your interests and focus areas)
Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

$250 per ticket and $100 per table for goods and services are not tax deductible.

*Deadline to appear in the invitation is January 10, 2025.

*Deadline to appear in the print program and event materials is April 1, 2025.

SIGNATURE SPONSOR | $150,000 (Exclusive Opportunity)

Event Benefits

Two (2) tables of ten (10) seats with front row VIP seating
Special table amenities for your guests including tabletop champagne and favors
Exclusive sponsorship of the After Party with prominent Signature Sponsor signage throughout The Anthem and unique branding opportunities, including a branded signature cocktail or dessert and your logo on cocktail napkins
Exclusive recognition and announcement of sponsorship at the Children's Ball premiere sponsor recognition event with senior hospital leadership
Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive(s) or event leadership
Full-page advertisement in the event program
Premium logo or name placement on all printed and digital materials, as available (including invitation, program and signage)*
Logo or name recognition*:
- in the mainstage presentation
- on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization, if applicable
- in the post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal
- in the post-event advertisement in Washington Life
One (1) spotlight post on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation LinkedIn page
Exclusive invitation for four (4) to the Children's Ball premiere sponsor recognition event with senior hospital leadership

Additional Benefits

Recognition as a matching donor for one of Children's National Hospital Foundation's campaigns
Opportunity for a behind-the-scenes experience at Children’s National, such as shadowing a physician or research scientist for a day, a customized hospital tour or volunteer opportunity for your employees (tailored to your interests and focus areas)
Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

$250 per ticket and $100 per table for goods and services are not tax deductible.

*Deadline to appear in the invitation is January 10, 2025.

*Deadline to appear in the print program and event materials is April 1, 2025.

PATRON SPONSOR | $100,000

Event Benefits

Two (2) tables of ten (10) seats with VIP seating
Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive(s) or event leadership
Logo or name recognition*:
- in the mainstage presentation
- on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization, if applicable
- in the post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal
- in the post-event advertisement in Washington Life
- in the event invitation
- in the event program
- on event signage
One (1) spotlight post on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation LinkedIn page
Exclusive invitation for two (2) to the Children's Ball premiere sponsor recognition event with senior hospital leadership

Additional Benefits

Opportunity for a customized hospital tour or volunteer opportunity for your employees (tailored to your interests and focus areas)
Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

$250 per ticket for goods and services is not tax-deductible.

*Deadline to appear in the invitation is January 10, 2025.

*Deadline to appear in the print program and event materials is April 1, 2025

PLATINUM SPONSOR | $50,000

Event Benefits

One (1) table of ten (10) seats with priority seating
Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive(s) or event leadership
Logo or name recognition*:
- in the mainstage presentation
- on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization, if applicable
- in the post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal
- in the post-event advertisement in Washington Life
- in the event invitation
- in the event program
- on event signage
One (1) spotlight post on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation LinkedIn page
Exclusive invitation for two (2) to the Children's Ball premiere sponsor recognition event with senior hospital leadership

Additional Benefits

Opportunity for a customized hospital tour or volunteer opportunity for your employees (tailored to your interests and focus areas)
Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

$250 per ticket for goods and services is not tax-deductible.

*Deadline to appear in the invitation is January 10, 2025.

*Deadline to appear in the print program and event materials is April 1, 2025.

GOLD SPONSOR | $25,000

Event Benefits

One (1) table of ten (10) seats
Logo or name recognition*:
- in the mainstage presentation
- on the Children’s Ball website
- in the post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal
- in the post-event advertisement in Washington Life
- in the event invitation
- in the event program
- on event signage

Additional Benefits

Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

$250 per ticket for goods and services is not tax-deductible.

*Deadline to appear in the invitation is January 10, 2025.

*Deadline to appear in the print program and event materials is April 1, 2025.

SILVER SPONSOR | $15,000

Event Benefits

Six (6) seats
Name recognition*:
- on the Children’s Ball website
- in the event invitation
- in the event program
- on event signage

Additional Benefits

Individuals Only: Membership as a leadership donor in Children’s Circle of Care with all included benefits

$250 per ticket for goods and services is not tax-deductible.

*Deadline to appear in the invitation is January 10, 2025.

*Deadline to appear in the print program and event materials is April 1, 2025.

BRONZE SPONSOR | $5,000 (Available for Individuals Only)

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Become a Sponsor

Secure your sponsorship online by clicking the link below or by downloading the respective sponsor commitment form to print, complete and mail.

Purchase Your Sponsorship

Corporate Sponsorship PDF

Individual Sponsorship PDF

Staff Sponsorship PDF

To discuss a custom sponsorship, please contact Stephen Roche (Senior Associate Director, Special Events) or Samantha Frankel (Senior Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships).

Our Sponsors*

Thank you to our Children's Ball 2025 sponsors and donors!

*as of October 28, 2024.

The Wharf DC Hoffman and Madison Marquette logos

Jon and Allison Kling
Mara Glaser McCahan and Daniel McCahan

Photos

View photos from Children's Ball 2024. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Ball 2025!

Anthem signage presenting Children's National Ball 2024

Children's National was grateful to The Wharf and The Anthem for hosting Children’s Ball for a third year.

Presentation slides showing on a large TV

Children's Ball 2024 raised crucial funds for the Fund for Every Child to advance world-class care and the discovery of new treatments and cures.

Mara Glaser McCahan and Daniel McCahan chaired Children’s Ball 2024

Sponsors and guests enjoyed a beautiful cocktail hour on the District Pier.

The American Pops Orchestra, led by Founder and Music Director Luke Frazier, serenaded the audience all evening.

Mason, our patient ambassador, kicked off the show with a saxophone solo.

Horacio Rozanski, Booz Allen President and CEO and Chair of the Children’s National Board of Directors, greeted guests.

Michelle Riley-Brown presenting at Children's Ball 2024

Children's National President and CEO Michelle Riley-Brown, MHA, FACHE, spoke about new beginnings and brighter futures ahead.

Children's ball guests holding up auction paddles.

More than 850 guests helped raise over $720,000 during the auction and call for donations.

Children's Ball table scape with a itinerary pamphlet.

Save the Date for Children's Ball 2025 — Saturday, April 26, 2025 at The Anthem and The Wharf.

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