Save the Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
What
Children's Ball, our annual black-tie gala, raises critical funds to support patients and families. It brings together more than 900 business and community leaders.
Why
Your generous sponsorship of the Children's Ball advances children's health through the Fund for Every Child. This fund helps us provide world-class care to every child and family in need.
Where
The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
How
Join the celebration and support Children's National Hospital. Become a sponsor or donate today.
Event Details
Since 2007, the Children's Ball has raised nearly $50 million to support children and families. Funds raised benefit patients at Children's National Hospital through the Fund for Every Child — our commitment to providing care to all children and families in need. This fund supports special services, such as art and music therapy, allowing us to tailor everything we do to meet kids’ needs. And it advances promising research into new treatments and cures for childhood’s most challenging conditions.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
6 pm - Midnight
| 6 pm | Cocktail Reception |
| 7 pm | Main Stage Program |
| 8 pm |
Dinner |
| 9:30 pm - Midnight |
Live Auction, Entertainment & Dancing |
Host Committee
Thank you to our Children's Ball 2026 Co-Chairs and Host Committee members for their generous support and dedication to improving the health and well-being of children and families*.
To learn more about committee opportunities, please contact Stephen Roche.
Event Co-Chairs
- Jon and Allison Kling
- Rebecca and Rob Nichols
Committee Members*
- Dina Al Sabah and David Alden
- Carrie and David Marriott
- Mara Glaser McCahan and Daniel McCahan
- Lilly and Eric Minkove
- Elizabeth and Mark Ordan
- Michelle Riley-Brown, MHA, FACHE
President and Chief Executive Officer
Children's National Hospital - Cinthia and Horacio Rozanski
- Kathie and Mike Williams
*as of December 1, 2025.
Sponsor Benefits and Opportunities
There are many ways to support Children's Ball 2026 – sponsorship or your donation are the most impactful way to support our patients and families. Your philanthropy provides critical support for Children's National Hospital through the Fund for Every Child — our commitment to providing care to all children and families in need. The fund supports special services, such as art and music therapy, allowing us to tailor everything we do to meet kids' needs. And it advances promising research into new treatments and cures for childhood's most challenging conditions.
As a sponsor, you will:
Support the #1 children's hospital in the region* and one of only 10 pediatric hospitals in the country on the U.S. News & World Report’s Honor Roll, providing value and recognition for your company, employees and customers.
(*Highest U.S. News ranking in the Washington metropolitan area)
Partner with a leading pediatric research and patient care institution dedicated to improving the health of our community.
Provide necessary funds to improve the lives of children here and around the globe.
Gain exposure to more than 1,000 regional business leaders, philanthropists, government officials and world-class physicians.
Elevate your organization’s visibility through our recognition benefits.
To learn more about 2026 sponsorship opportunities and benefits, please view the menu below or download our full sponsorship overview. For questions or to discuss custom sponsorship or ticket packages, please contact Stephen Roche (Senior Associate Director, Special Events) or Samantha Frankel (Senior Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships).
PRESENTING SPONSOR | $250,000 (Exclusive Opportunity)
PREMIER SPONSOR | $200,000 (Exclusive Opportunity)
SIGNATURE SPONSOR | $150,000 (Exclusive Opportunity)
PATRON SPONSOR | $100,000
PLATINUM SPONSOR | $50,000
GOLD SPONSOR | $25,000
SILVER SPONSOR | $15,000
BRONZE SPONSOR | $5,000 (Available for Individuals Only)
RSVP & Become a Sponsor
RSVP today and secure your seats online by clicking the link below or by downloading the respective sponsor commitment form to print, complete and return via mail.
For questions or to discuss custom sponsorship or ticket packages, please contact Stephen Roche (Senior Associate Director, Special Events) or Samantha Frankel (Senior Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships).
Donor Advised Funds (DAF) and Private Family Foundations
The Internal Revenue Service places specific restrictions on gifts made to charitable organizations via Donor Advised Funds (DAF) or private family foundations. Event tickets or sponsorships paid through a DAF or private family foundations are not allowed. For questions, please contact Melanie McCarty, Associate Vice President of Special Events and Stewardship.
Double Your Impact
All donations made at the Children's Ball provide critical support for Children's National Hospital through the Fund for Every Child. This fund allows us to provide services like art and music therapy to help kids play, cope and heal faster. It also advances research that leads to new treatments and cures for childhood's most challenging conditions.
Many employers will double—or even triple—your gift to Children's National. By confirming your match eligibility, you can easily amplify your impact on the lives of our patients and families.
Our Sponsors*
Thank you to our Children's Ball 2026 sponsors and donors!
*as of December 1, 2025.
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