Event Chairs Katie Daly Vitale, Santina Daly Bragadin, and Christina Daly Gruber invite you to kick off the summer season while enjoying a breathtaking view of the Detroit River at the beautiful home of Heidie Gorno hosted by Cindy Czarnik and Heidie Gorno. Dinner outdoors with an expansive waterfront view and a live auction highlight the evening.
 
Summer Glow supports the work of The Guidance Center’s three Community Resource Centers (CRCs) in River Rouge, Southgate and Taylor (two of which are housed in our Head Start sites), which bring hope and resources to adults and children through various programs including playgroups, literacy events, parenting resources, Clothing Closet, Diaper Depot, and a Toy Chest. For example, the Toy Chest allows parents to “shop” for a new toy to give to their child on birthdays or other special occasions. There is no cost for any services provided through the Community Resource Centers, all of which are open to the public. You can learn more about the CRCs here. This evening also supports the agency’s Nurture the Future Program helping Downriver parents and families to thrive.
 

Sponsorship Levels

Summer Champion: $5,500

Event naming opportunity / Inclusion in press releases and event program / On-site signage / Recognition during event / Corporate logo displayed on the website and social media

Help our Community Resource Centers (CRCs) co-located at three Guidance Center Head Start sites provide programming at no cost enabling families to navigate life’s challenges.
Six event tickets are included.

Island Hopper: $3,500

Event naming opportunity / Inclusion in press releases and event program / On-site signage / Recognition during event / Corporate logo displayed on the website and social media

Help our CRCs provide adult-child interaction groups that offer parents/guardians opportunities to support their child’s development in the context of group activities, connect with other parents/guardians of young children, reduce isolation, and build community.
Five event tickets are included.

Beacon Light: $2,500

Event naming opportunity / Inclusion in press releases and event program / On-site signage / Recognition during event / Corporate logo displayed on the website and social media

Help our Literacy Events engage our community in supporting literacy in a fun, family-friendly way with side-by-side learning, parent-child relations, and increased parent involvement.
Four event tickets are included.

Nurture the Future: $2,000

Event naming opportunity / Inclusion in press releases and event program / On-site signage / Recognition during event / Corporate logo displayed on the website and social media

Nurture the Future empowers Downriver families by providing free resources and education, from early childhood development to young adulthood. This comprehensive program offers workshops, support groups, and activities to inspire and assist parents in raising strong, healthy children.
Two event tickets are included.

Glow Friend: $1,500

Inclusion in press releases and event program / On-site signage / Recognition during event

Help our Clothing Closet and Diaper Depot, which assists families in need of these services. Through donations we provide clothing and diapers on an emergency basis to families who have exhausted their resources.
Two event tickets are included.

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