" A Garden Gathering" - A Fundraiser Benefiting Upgrades for the Willows

You're invited to join us for a memorable afternoon in the gardens at the Willowbrook Campus of Anneliese Schools for an immersive art and culinary experience and fundraiser. 

SATURDAY, September 19, 2026

4:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.


Event highlights include: 

- A light, farm-to-table inspired meal 

- Bespoke cocktails and mocktails

- Live music

- Silent Auction

 - Handmade crafts stations for children


Every contribution propels us closer to enhancing our programming for The Willows, an innovative, learning and gathering space for our students.

This event is hosted by our nonprofit partner, SEEDS Arts & Education, a 501(c)(3) organization.

Thank you for your support and dedication to our community and mission!  

General admission adult - $150 
Includes one adult per ticket.

General admission child - $50 
Includes one child per ticket.



SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

SAGE* - $1,000 Donation:
- General admission for two adults plus children (max 4 people)
- A private seating area for your party situated near live entertainment
- Complimentary champagne
 for your party 
- Sponsorship recognition in our 2026-2027 yearbook 

POPPY*- $2,500 Donation:
- General admission for up to four adults plus children (max 8 people)
- A private seating area for your party situated near live entertainment

Complimentary champagne and a thoughtfully curated basket of distinctive accoutrements

- Sponsorship recognition in our 2026-2027 yearbook 

- Early arrival (3:30 p.m.) at the event for a VIP-only cocktail reception


WILLOW* - $5,000 Donation: 
- General admission for up to four adults plus children (max 8 people)
- Name placement and recognition on our World of Beginnings Donor Wall**
- A private seating area for your party situated near live entertainment

Complimentary champagne and a thoughtfully curated basket of distinctive accoutrements

- Complimentary Anneliese Schools custom wooden board handcrafted by local artist Casey Parlette
- Sponsorship recognition in our 2026-2027 yearbook

- Early arrival (3:30 p.m.) at the event for a VIP-only cocktail reception


OAK* - $10,000 Donation: 

- General admission for up to eight adults plus children (max 12 people)

- Name placement and recognition on our World of Beginnings Donor Wall**

- A private seating area for your party situated near live entertainment

Complimentary champagne and a thoughtfully curated basket of distinctive accoutrements

- Complimentary Anneliese Schools custom wooden board handcrafted by local artist Casey Parlette

- Sponsorship recognition in our 2026-2027 yearbook

- Early arrival (3:30 p.m.) at the event for a VIP-only cocktail reception

- Designated parking space at Willowbrook for all onsite Anneliese Schools’ events for the 2026-2027 school year (excludes events where onsite parking is not allowed)
- Opportunity for 10-12 people to enjoy a 2 hour private culinary soiree in the Willows compliments of Chef Andrew Johnson. Chef will work with sponsor(s) to curate their custom culinary experience

*All sponsorship level recipients will be contacted to customize your table/experience.

**All donations are calculated to reflect the cumulative donor standing of each family for World of Beginnings tiers.

Please contact Julie Porter, Director of Corporate Finance & Growth, for additional sponsorship and underwriting opportunities. 
JuliePorter@SEEDSed.org

Event Details

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Date and Time

Saturday, September 19, 2026
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM, (EDT)

Last day to buy tickets

Friday, September 11, 2026

11:59 PM, EDT

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Tickets

General Admission Adult

$150 per ticket

Subtotal: $0

General Admission Child

$50 per ticket

Subtotal: $0

Sage Sponsor

$1,000 per ticket

$700 of the ticket price is tax-deductible

- General admission for two adults plus children (max 4 people)

- A private seating area for your party 

- Complimentary champagne  

- Sponsorship recognition in our 2026-2027 yearbook

Subtotal: $0

Poppy Sponsor

$2,500 per ticket

$1,900 of the ticket price is tax-deductible

- General admission for up to four adults plus children (max 8 people)

- A private seating area for your party  

Complimentary champagne and a thoughtfully curated basket of distinctive accoutrements

- Sponsorship recognition in our 2026-2027 yearbook

- Early arrival (3:30 p.m.) at the event for a VIP-only cocktail reception

Subtotal: $0

Willows Sponsor

$5,000 per ticket

$4,400 of the ticket price is tax-deductible

- General admission for up to four adults plus children (max 8 people)

- Name placement and recognition on our World of Beginnings Donor Wall*

- A private seating area for your party situated near live entertainment

- Complimentary champagne and a thoughtfully curated basket of distinctive accoutrements

- Complimentary Willows handcrafted wooden board

- Sponsorship recognition in our 2026-2027 yearbook

- Early arrival (3:30 p.m.) at the event for a VIP-only cocktail reception

Subtotal: $0

Oak Sponsor

$10,000 per ticket

$8,800 of the ticket price is tax-deductible

- General admission for up to eight adults plus children (max 12 people)

- Designated parking space at Willowbrook for all onsite Anneliese Schools’ events for the 2026-2027 school year (excludes events where onsite parking is not allowed)

Complimentary champagne and a thoughtfully curated basket of distinctive accoutrements

- Name placement and recognition on our World of Beginnings Donor Wall*

- A private seating area for your party 

- Opportunity for 10-12 people to enjoy a 2 hour private culinary soiree in the Willows compliments of Chef Andrew Johnson. Chef will work with sponsor(s) to curate their custom culinary experience

- Complimentary Willows handcrafted wooden board

- Sponsorship recognition in our 2026-2027 yearbook

- Early arrival (3:30 p.m.) at the event for a VIP-only cocktail reception

Subtotal: $0