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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
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.
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.
How
Join the celebration and support Children's National Hospital. Become a sponsor of Children's Ball 2025 or donate today.
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.
Saturday, April 26, 2025
6 pm - midnight
6 pm | Cocktail Reception |
7 pm | Dinner |
9 pm |
Main Stage Program & Live Auction |
10 pm - 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*
- Amy and Bret Baier
- Toni and Dwight Bush
- Paul and Maddie Grayson
- Carrie and David Marriott
- Rebecca and Rob Nichols
- Jennifer and Jimmy Reyes
- Kathie and Mike Williams
*as of December 6, 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)
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)
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.
To discuss a custom sponsorship, please contact Stephen Roche (Senior Associate Director, Special Events) or Samantha Frankel (Senior Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships).