Annual Grow the Village Gala

The Grow the Village Gala is one of our favorite nights of the year – a moment when our community comes together for fellowship, fun and to support foster families in our city and beyond. We love hosting this beautiful event and connecting with those who are passionate about creating brighter futures for children and families in our community.

Join us for dinner and drinks, inspiring guest speakers, silent auction, and an exciting live auction with the Cowboy Auctioneers. It will be an unforgettable evening!

September 14th, 2023 at Canyonwood Ridge in Dripping Springs. Cocktail attire recommended.

Ready to get involved?

Click HERE to become a sponsor or table host.

Click HERE if you would like to donate an auction item.

Speakers

Jason Johnson

Keynote Speaker

Jason is a writer and speaker who encourages families and equips church and organizational leaders on their foster care and adoption journeys. In his work he develops resources, coaches leaders and teaches in a variety of contexts on church-based ministry structures, organizational leadership and strategy. He is also a sought-after speaker for churches, retreats, conferences, and events for foster and adoptive parents as well as for those considering getting involved.

Prior to his current work at Christian Alliance For Orphans Jason spent 14 years in church staff ministry, including planting and pastoring a church in Houston. It’s there that his family's foster care journey began.

Jason and his wife, Emily live in Texas with their daughters. He has authored 4 books: Reframing Foster Care, Everyone Can Do Something, ALL IN Orphan Care and Effectively Engaging Churches. You can find many of his resources at www.jasonjohnsonblog.com.

SaulPaul

Special Performance

SaulPaul is a 2x GRAMMY Nominated Musician with a Message. He has also presented 3 TEDx Talks, performed at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts and been featured on America’s Got Talent. His life story of transitioning from tragedy to triumph has been told on screen via the documentary Tower to Tower as well as via his memoir Be The Change.

Recognizing an inherent responsibility to give back, SaulPaul founded the SaulPaul Foundation. The SaulPaul Foundation is a launchpad for young people. And a platform for community members to serve as community leaders through acts of kindness, volunteerism and philanthropy.

Most recently, SaulPaul founded Change Water, a socially conscious bottled water company that donates to the local community with each case of water sold.

Whether via art, entrepreneurship or community service, SaulPaul is committed to #BeTheChange.

2023 Gala Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenting Sponsor - $20,000 - SOLD

Two VIP Tables and tickets for 20 guests (includes drinks and dinner)
Company name and logo on: live Auction paddles, photo booth strips, invitations, and table centerpiece
Recognition on social media platforms
Recognition on the Grow the Village Gala event page
Recognition in Foster Village Newsletter
Full-page recognition in event program
Presenting Sponsor is announced by Emcee during event
Logo prominently displayed on screens during program, dinner, and cocktail hour
Invitation to schedule a private guided tour of any of our Austin resource centers with Foster Village founders. This can be a company team building and/or community engagement experience for a group of up to 30 people, scheduled when convenient for the company.

Platinum Sponsors - $10,000

One VIP Table and tickets for 10 guests (includes drinks and dinner)
Company name and logo on bar koozies for guests to take home and table centerpiece
Recognition on social media platforms
Recognition on Grow the Village Gala event page
Recognition in Foster Village Newsletter
Half-page recognition in event program
Platinum sponsors will be announced by Emcee during event
Logo prominently displayed on screens during program, dinner, and cocktail hour