WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4th

WASHINGTON HILTON

Play. Compete.
Connect. Impact.

Benefiting Fight For Children, the evening brings together influential leaders, athletes, philanthropists, and changemakers for a night where grown-ups get to play, compete, connect, and make an impact.

Every sponsorship and every ticket sold helps expand access to sports-based youth development programs that empower young people with the skills, confidence, and support they need to thrive.

NOT YOUR TYPICAL GALA.

From the moment you walk in, the night plays like a championship celebration. Interactive, immersive, and unmistakably premium.

01 · Play
Immersive Zones of Play

Dedicated activation zones built around the sports that define DMV culture. All designed for cocktail attire, not jerseys.

02 · Compete
Sports-Inspired Experiences

Step inside, take the shot, and test your hand. Game-day stakes, gala-night style. Bragging rights included.

03 · Connect
Premium Networking

Mix with influential leaders, athletes, philanthropists, and changemakers shaping the future of the region.

04 · Enjoy
Unforgettable Entertainment

High-energy programming keeps the night moving from arrival to last call. Expect the unexpected.

05 · Savor
Cocktails & Cuisine

Champion-worthy bites and craft cocktails served throughout the venue. No assigned seats, no rushed courses.

06 · Impact
A Cause Worth Celebrating

Every sponsorship and every ticket expands access to sports-based youth development for thousands of young people.

45K+
Young People Served 
Reached each year through the 37 organizations of the Youth Sports Collaborative.
37
Member Organizations
A united coalition backing the teams behind the team across the DMV.

KEEPING YOUTH SPORTS WITHIN REACH.

Across the DMV, community-based sports organizations are working to ensure that every child has access to the benefits of sports, regardless of their family’s ability to pay. As costs continue to rise, these organizations face growing pressure to balance affordable participation with the resources needed to deliver safe, high-quality programming.

Through its Youth Sports Collaborative, Fight For Children strengthens 37 leading community organizations that collectively serve more than 45,000 young people each year. By investing in organizational capacity, leadership, and collaboration, we help these organizations expand access, reduce barriers, and ensure more young people can experience the lifelong benefits of sports.

The Game On Gala is where that mission comes to life.
45K+
Young People Served 
Reached each year through the 37 organizations of the Youth Sports Collaborative.
37
Member Organizations
A united coalition backing the teams behind the team across the DMV.

Investing In The Future of youth sports.

Across the DMV, thousands of young people rely on community-based sports programs for far more than athletic opportunities. These programs provide safe spaces, trusted mentors, leadership development, academic support, and a sense of belonging that helps young people succeed on and off the field.

Through its Youth Sports Collaborative, Fight For Children strengthens 37 leading community organizations that collectively serve more than 45,000 young people each year, building their capacity, expanding their reach, and ensuring more children have access to high-quality sports and youth development opportunities.

The Game On Gala is where that mission comes to life.

Bring Your Team
onto the court.

From the moment you walk in, the night plays like a championship celebration. Interactive, immersive, and unmistakably premium.

Game Changer
Title Sponsor · 1 Available
$100,000
Lead The Movement
As the exclusive Title Sponsor, your organization is recognized as the premier corporate partner of the Game On Gala and the leading champion for expanding access to sports-based youth development across the DMV. Highest-level visibility, exclusive recognition, and meaningful engagement with influential business, civic, and community leaders throughout the evening.
Playmaker
Experience Zone Sponsor
$50,000
Drive Transformational Impact
 
Own one of the gala’s premier experience zones and become a driving force behind an unforgettable guest experience. Recognized as one of the event’s principal philanthropic partners, positioning your brand for innovation, leadership, and community impact.
 
Visionary
Interactive Experience Sponsor
$25,000
Expand Opportunity
 
Sponsor one of the gala’s interactive experiences and demonstrate a meaningful commitment to helping young people succeed on and off the field. Prominent visibility and connection with a purpose-driven audience of decision-makers and changemakers.
 
Power Play
Corporate Supporter
$10,000
Invest In The Next Generation
 
Help strengthen the network of youth-serving organizations providing safe spaces, caring mentors, leadership development, and equitable access to sports for children throughout the DMV.
 
Transformation
Community Partner
$5,000
Join The Team Behind The Mission
 
Join a growing network of businesses and philanthropists committed to creating brighter futures through sports. Strengthen community organizations that give thousands of young people opportunities to develop confidence, leadership, and belonging.
 
GO Gala Sponsorship Levels
Benefits Title Sponsor $100,000 $50,000 $25,000 $10,000 $5,000
Exclusive sponsorship at this level
Own a zone
Admission Tickets 20 16 10 8 5
VIP Reception Tickets (Exclusive Reception with Photo Op) 20 16 10
Logo recognition on event website Premier placement Featured placement Standard placement Logo listing Name listing
Logo on event invitation (Deadline: September 1st, 2026) Premier Featured Standard Name
Logo on event signage Premier throughout venue Signature experience + venue Featured experience + venue Event signage Recognition signage
Recognition from the stage during program
Recognition in event program Full-page recognition Half-page recognition Quarter-page recognition Logo listing Name listing
Dedicated sponsor spotlight on social media 3 dedicated features 2 dedicated features 1 dedicated feature Shared recognition Shared recognition
Recognition in email communications Featured in all emails Sponsor recognition Sponsor recognition Name listing Final thank-you
Customized post-event impact report
Recognition in Fight For Children's Annual Report

Join Us November 4th.​

From the moment you walk in, the night plays like a championship celebration. Interactive, immersive, and unmistakably premium.

Sponsor The Night
Align your brand with purpose, play, and the future of youth sports across the DMV. Packages from $5K to $100K.

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Buy
Tickets
Secure your spot for the most unexpected gala of the year. Individual tickets and host group packages available.

Reserve Now →
Fuel The Mission

Can’t make it on November 4? Your donation still creates opportunity for kids across the region. Every dollar plays.


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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need before November 4. Reach out to our team for anything we have not covered here.

No. The Game On Gala is intentionally cocktail-style. Guests move freely throughout the venue, sampling food and drink stations, engaging with immersive zones of play, and connecting with fellow supporters. Think premium social experience, not assigned-seat banquet.

Cocktail attire. Sharp, social, and ready to move. You will be on your feet for most of the evening, so consider footwear that lets you play.

Net proceeds strengthen the Youth Sports Collaborative and the 37 community organizations that collectively serve more than 45,000 young people each year across the DMV. Your investment expands access to sports-based youth development, mentorship, leadership training, and the resources that help kids thrive on and off the field.

Yes. Group and host packages are available at every sponsorship level. Contact ffc.email@fightforchildren.org for tailored options.

Expect light, high-energy programming throughout the night, not a long speech block. The experience and the energy of the room are the stars.

Yes. Valet and self-parking are available on site. Rideshare drop-off is also straightforward at the Connecticut Avenue entrance.

November 4 · 2026 · Washington Hilton

GAME ON GALA

Play. Compete. Connect. Make an impact.