The 2023 Night of Light
On October 27, 2023, the Aim Higher Foundation held its 11th annual Night of Light Celebration! Proceeds of the gala support the Aim Higher Foundation's tuition-assistance scholarships which help make the benefits of a Catholic education accessible to some of the most deserving children across the Twin Cities.
We welcomed more guests than ever before (more than 640!), but thanks to a record-breaking number of sponsorships, auctions, and fund-a-need donations, we raised more funds for our scholarship programs than any other previous Night of Light! The more than $850,000 raised will drive our ability to award more scholarships to more students to attend a Catholic school!
Without you, we simply could not have reached these new heights for our mission. Thank you for being a part of our special evening.
About the Aim Higher Foundation
At the Aim Higher Foundation, we know that too many children don't have access to the quality of education they deserve. For many families, the cost of tuition is the primary barrier to transformational educational benefits.
Aim Higher Scholarships help make Catholic schools accessible to all children, regardless of the size of their parent's paycheck. Our scholarships, which follow the student each year through 8th grade, also ensure stability to families throughout their child's school years.
Through the Night of Light, we are able to generate additional funds that are essential to the Aim Higher Foundation’s ability to award scholarships to students. And it is the only event in the Twin Cities that provides direct support to children and families at all 81 Catholic schools serving grades K-8. We invite you to join us!
Registration now closed, but contact us for more information!
Event Details
Date & Time
5:30 PM - Cocktail Reception
7:00 PM - Dinner and Program
Location
225 3rd Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Fund-a-Scholar
Can't attend? Make a gift here.
Auction
Contact Us
at 612-819-6711 ext 105 or cbuethe@aimhigherfoundation.org
Attire
Sponsorship Opportunities
DIAMOND EVENT SPONSOR - $50,000
Everything included in the Gold Event Sponsorship, plus
● An additional table (3 total) of 10 guests
● Exclusive VIP Hospitality Package
● Exclusive branding opportunities and mentions prior to and throughout event
GOLD EVENT SPONSOR - $25,000
Everything included in the Silver Event Sponsorship, plus
● An additional table (2 total) of 10 guests
● Complimentary Hospitality Package
● Increased size of display in Wall of Sponsors at event
SILVER EVENT SPONSOR - $10,000
Everything included in the Bronze Event Sponsorship, plus
● Premier table location placement
● Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
● Verbal recognition during the evening program
BRONZE EVENT SPONSOR - $5,000
● Named table; seating for 10
● Full-color display in Wall of Sponsors at event
● Recognition as sponsor in print program and on event screens
● Name and logo displayed on the event website
● Named as event sponsor in the Aim Higher Foundation’s annual report
TABLE SPONSOR - $2,000
● Named table; seating for 10
● Recognition as table sponsor in print program and on event screens
● Name and logo displayed on the event website
SPECIAL SPONSORSHIPS
Click here to view our full sponsorship packet, including several exclusive sponsorship opportunities!
Questions? Contact Camille Kiolbasa at ckiolbasa@aimhigherfoundation.org
THANK YOU TO OUR
Diamond Sponsors
Jane & Archie Black
Doug & Sandy Milroy
Don & Diane Mulligan
Anonymous
Gold Sponsors
Tom & Julie Hurley
Sarah & Dan Schumacher
Anonymous
Silver Sponsors
Reiling Family Foundation
Anonymous
Special Sponsorships
Auction Sponsors
Cocktail Reception Sponsor
Design and Decor Sponsor
Print Sponsor
Scholar Video Sponsor
Technology Sponsor
Valet Sponsor
Post-Event Celebration Sponsor
Mary Schaffner & Bob Lee
Wine Sponsor
John & Heather Leiviska
Student Choir Sponsor
Table Sponsors
Travis Amiot
Austin Family
Sam Nelson
Phil & Connie Paquette
Mr. & Mrs. Ed Requet
Aida & Thomas Schaefer
Mary Schaffner &
Bob Lee
Brian & Emily Sefton
Michael & Michele Traeger
David & Mackenzie Wood
Rita & Charlie Zinn
Auction Donors
Neil & Amy Ayotte
Margaret LeClair
Ken & Donna Carney
Father Chris Collins
Joe Donnelly &
Becky Thorson
Hester Family,
Mendakota Country Club
Paul & Kristi Herro
Dr. Bill Hoffman,
Olympic Hill Golf Course
In-Kind Donors
Jeff & Cathleen Cachat
Rich Graner
Jeremy McColm
Night of Light Countdown
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Contact Us
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or comments! We look forward to hearing from you.
Our Address
Aim Higher Foundation
2610 University Ave W, Suite 525
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Phone & E-mail
1 (612) 819 6711
info@aimhigherfoundation.org