A gala fundraiser is the perfect opportunity for your corporation or non-profit to celebrate your accomplishments within the fundraising sphere, mingle with your donors, and raise more money towards the cause you support. To reach your fundraising goals, you have to take your fundraising gala to the next level; the best way to do this is with a theme that makes your evening unforgettable.
From dictating your menu, to the dress code, to everything in between, your theme will set the tone for the entire evening, and should help you reach your fundraising goals. Here are 4 fundraising gala themes for your next corporate event.
Masquerade Ball
For a classy and elevated evening that feels like it’s straight out of a fairytale, look no further than the Masquerade Ball theme for your gala fundraiser. This would be a black tie event where gowns and tuxedoes are encouraged, you’d opt for passed champagne and an open bar with signature drinks, an elevated multi-course plated dinner fit for royalty, and a talented instrumental band for a packed dance floor. You can take this theme to the next level with valet parking service, photo opportunities with traditional horse-drawn carriages, and decor that feels like it’s fit for a palace.
1920s Jazz Night
A cool, opulent, and oh so fun fundraising evening awaits with a jazz-themed 1920s gala night. Have your guests channel the 1920s with flapper outfits, sparkles, sequins, fedora hats, and pin curls. Decorate the space with large feathers, beaded light fixtures, candles, and art deco posters. Bring in a jazz band for the entertainment, serve Gin Rickeys and Old Fashioneds, and prepare for an evening of 1920s themed fun!
Alice in Wonderland Extravaganza
Go down the rabbit hole with this fun and inventive theme for your gala fundraiser where there’s absolutely no limit on creativity! To create an evening that feels like it’s straight out of Wonderland, feel free to really lean into fun decor, an explosion of colour, a variety of patterns, and colourful vintage touches. Serve dinner high tea style, have the staff dressed as rabbits, serve themed cocktails, host a magic show, and give away tea cups as party favours. This is an unforgettable theme that will leave all your guests talking for years to come!
Casino Night & Auction (Monte Carlo Style)
Channel Monte Carlo when you host your casino auction night for your fundraising gala! This theme is all about extravagance, so don’t hold back. Work with a red and black colour scheme, serve impressive martinis, have passed hors d’oeuvres carried by staff dressed in all black, have many card tables set up, and curate a valuable silent auction. You’ll raise money for a good cause all while your guests spend the night partying away.
There are so many different ways to throw a gala fundraiser, but the most important thing is that you do it with the right team. Contact us for information on our corporate event hosting and our extensive experience holding fundraising galas.