Seeds of Change
Where Second Chances Take Root and Lives Begin to Grow
Please join us
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Abbott, 1901 Cherry St., Kansas City, MO 64108
Business Casual with a Pop of Spring Color | Complimentary Valet
Second chances don’t happen by accident. They happen because people like you believe that a person’s worst mistake should not define the rest of their life. Join us for our annual celebration, hosted by former Mayor Sly James, as we honor the seeds of change planted this year and celebrate the lives now in full bloom. Through our “In Full Bloom” panel, you’ll hear how seeds of second chances have grown into stories of resilience and renewal. The evening will also feature dinner from the Westside Local, exciting live and silent auctions, and community with fellow supporters who believe in the power of new beginnings taking root. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Ready to join us?
Secure your seat at the Seeds of Change Gala and be part of an evening that celebrates hope, resilience, and the power of second chances.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Legacy Planter | $25,00
Plants the deepest roots for lasting transformation, providing the foundational support that allows second chances to grow into stable, independent lives.
- Prominent recognition at the event
- Two tables with premium seating
- Exclusive, stand-alone on-screen promotion during the event
- Logo & name featured on our website
- Dedicated social media feature post
- Full-page ad in the event program
Harvest Partner | $15,000
Brings growth to fruition by strengthening the full ecosystem of support that helps second chances take root and thrive.
- Prominent recognition at the event
- Reserved table with premium seating
- On-screen promotion during the event
- Logo & name featured on our website
- Dedicated social media feature post
- Full-page ad in the event program
Garden Steward | $10,000
Tends and nurtures new beginnings by supporting one woman through a life-changing six-month stay at Journey House or Peace House, including housing, meals, and wrap-around reentry services.
- Reserved table with seating for 10 guests
- On-screen promotion at the event
- Dedicated social media feature post
- Full-page ad in the event program
Cultivator of Growth | $5,000
Helps lives take root by providing one individual with a full year of non-residential services, including case management, employment support, and rental assistance.
- Reserved table with seating for 10 guests
- On-screen promotion at the event
- Social media appreciation post
- Half-page ad in the event program
Community Gardener | $2,500
Strengthens the soil of connection and belonging by supporting sober community spaces where individuals can heal, grow, and build supportive relationships.
- Reserved table for 10 guests
- On-screen recognition at the event
- Social media appreciation post
- Recognition in the event program
Growth Champion | $1,000
Removes barriers to stability by providing rental assistance to help one individual transition successfully into independent living.
- Reserved seating for 8 guests
- On-screen recognition at the event
- Recognition in the event program
Root Supporter | $500
Strengthens early growth by empowering individuals to secure living-wage employment with the guidance of a dedicated Career Coach.
- Reserved seating for 4 guests
- Logo and name featured in the event program
Seed Partner | $250
Plants the first seeds of hope by providing essential reentry support, including clothing, food, transportation, and a reliable means of communication.
- Reserved seating for two guests
- Logo and name featured in the event program