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Minneapolis Gala
May 16 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Come and see what God has done in the lives of MnTC clients! We invite you to join us on Friday, May 16 at 5:00pm at the Hilton for the 32nd annual Mn Adult & Teen Challenge Gala in Minneapolis, our largest fundraising event of the year. Together, we can see the lives that have been restored and the freedom that’s possible with the support of people like you.
Online ticket sales are now closed. Contact Brooke Bahr at brooke.bahr@mntc.org to inquire about ticket availability.
If you can’t attend, but would like to make a donation, please click below.
Schedule
5:00 pm – Registration & Silent Auction
6:30 pm – Dinner & Program featuring the MnTC Choir
Silent Auction
The silent auction is full of exciting experiences and packages this year, with new items being added each day!
Menu
Choice of –
8-Hour Chipotle Short Rib & Thyme Lemon Garlic Chicken (GF)
Cheese Potato Gratin, Baby Carrots, Roasted Squash, Demi Glaze, and Honey Lemon Glaze
Roasted Squash (GF, DF, NF, V)
Quinoa Risotto, Braised Kale, Dried Mushrooms, and Tomato Ragout
Leah McLean | Emcee
Leah grew up in Minneapolis and joined 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS in June 2004. She has worked as a producer, reporter, and now anchors the midday and afternoon newscasts.
Car Raffle
Tickets are $100 each. The drawing will be held at the Minneapolis Gala on Friday, May 16. Need not be present to win. Must be a MN resident to participate. Please call Andrew at 612.238.6155 for inquiries on how to purchase tickets.
WINNER: Timothy K.
2025 Mazda CX-30 2.5 S Select Sport. Donated by Walser Foundation, funded by Walser Automotive Group.
Sponsorship Opportunities
We invite you to join us as a corporate sponsor in support of our mission through this event, while receiving special recognition among our attendees and larger online community.
We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities and benefits available. To learn more, contact Julia Lauwagie at 612.238.6132 or julia.lauwagie@mntc.org.
Volunteers Needed
Looking to make a difference in your community? We’re looking for gala volunteers! You can specify an area of interest when you sign up.
Stay at the Hilton
The Minneapolis Hilton is offering a discounted rate for guests staying the evening of the gala. Two Double Beds and 1 King Bed rooms are available for $199.00 plus taxes and fees.
Driving Directions & Parking Vouchers
Parking vouchers will be provided at registration for all gala attendees who park in the following three ramps near and directly under the Hilton. The vouchers act as a form of payment, so when you enter the ramp, take a ticket as usual. When you exit, you’ll insert the ramp ticket and the voucher that you’ll have received at registration. These vouchers are limited to general parking in these ramps only, so please be sure to follow the directions to the ramps in the links below in order to redeem your parking voucher.
Once inside the Hilton, follow the signs to the 3rd Floor. If you used valet parking and/or entered through the main doors, take the elevator or escalator to the 3rd Floor Foyer.
Hilton Ramp (11th Street Underground)
1303 2nd Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55403
11th at Marquette Ramp
1111 Marquette Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55403
Leamington Ramp
1001 2nd Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55403
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
