Saturday, March 8, 2025 | Monona Terrace Convention Center, Madison, WI
Love is at the heart of everything we do at American Family Children’s Hospital. It shines in the hope and resilience of the families who walk through our doors, thrives in the dedication and compassion of our care teams, and inspires our community to unite in unwavering support.
On March 8, 2025, we invite you to feel The Power of Love at our gala. Join us at the Monona Terrace Convention Center for an unforgettable evening celebrating our shared commitment to helping children and families thrive.
This year’s gala will be a joyous celebration of togetherness, featuring:
- A strolling dinner with gourmet offerings
- Exciting silent and live auctions
- An inspiring program highlighting the impact of your generosity
- A special performance by Sixteen Candles, the nation’s premier ‘80s pop experience
Event Timeline:
Attire: Cocktail attire is encouraged for this elegant evening of celebration.
5:00 pm – Doors open to a night of enchantment! Begin your evening with event registration, a captivating silent auction, a delectable strolling dinner, and an exciting raffles.
7:00 pm – Take your seats for a heartwarming program that highlights the incredible impact of your generosity.
9:30 pm – Get ready to groove! Sixteen Candles lights up the stage with an electrifying performance and dance party.
11:00 pm – The curtain falls on an unforgettable night of love and support.
Your participation as a sponsor will not only support the essential care provided at American Family Children’s Hospital but will also give your organization unparalleled visibility through our comprehensive media and promotional activities.
With your generosity, we’ll continue to give kids and their families the support they need, all while showcasing the power of love in action.
Join us in making a difference for the children who inspire us every day. Together, we’ll create a night to remember and a future full of hope.
Sponsorship Opportunities are available! Learn more HERE! or Email friends@uwhealth.org
We look forward to welcoming you to The Power of Love Gala – where love truly changes everything.
Donate an Auction Item HERE!
Make a Donation HERE!
Individual tickets and tables will be available February 11.
A reserved room block is available for Gala attendees at the Hilton. Book your stay using this link or call Hilton Reservations at 800-445-8667. You can also contact the hotel directly at 608-255-5100 and reference group code 92A. The booking cutoff date is February 20, 2025.
Event Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor:
American Family Insurance
Celebration Sponsor:
UW School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Pediatrics
Hero for Children Sponsors:
Michelle and Maneesh Arora
Dental Health Associates of Madison, LTD
J.H. Findorff & Sons, Inc.
Zimmerman Architectural Studios
Advocate for Children Sponsors:
Baird Madison – Private Wealth Management
BMO Commercial Banking
Fiore Companies
Flad Development
Hooper Corporation
JP Cullen
Isthmus Partners, LLC
Rich and Mary Lynch
M3 Insurance
The Moeller Family
Resonant Capital Advisors
Restaino & Associates Realtors
RSM US LLP
Wealth Enhancement – The Oswald Team
Friend of Children Sponsors:
4 Senses House Cleaning
Aldo Partners
Petros Anagnostopoulos and Ilektra Kolokouri-Anagnostopoulos
Mike and Kim Bentz
Boldt
BWBR
Chase Brieman of CBRE
Tony D’Alessandro and Alison Tenbruggencate
Flesch Family
Catey and Jonathan Garland
Goldstein Advisors
Gordon Flesch Company
Hubbard Wilson & Zelenkova LLC
Husch Blackwell
IMEG Corp
Benny and Jenny Iskandar
Al and Lynn Jaeger
Joanna Janas Real Estate
Alan and Patty Kaplan
Dan and Lena Kelly
Jamie Limjoco and Philip Musgrave
McGann Construction, Inc.
OPN Architects
Pierce Family Foundation
RHD Plumbing Inc
Angie and Chris Rieger
Jay and Katie Sekelsky
Andy and Katie Stadler
TASC
Theran and Julie Welsh
UW School of Medicine and Public Health:
Department of Neurological Surgery
Department of Surgery
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Division of Otolaryngology
Division of Pediatric Surgery
Division of Plastic Surgery