Fundraiser and Auction
Each year, The Banner School holds an Annual Gala as a primary fundraising event. The Banner School held its first gala in 1989 and has continued the tradition almost every year since. This year’s gala is scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026 at the beautiful Springfield Manor Vineyard!
To purchase tickets or explore sponsorship opportunities, please visit our ticketing website here. If you have any questions regarding tickets or sponsorships, contact Analise Stowers, Director of Marketing and Development, at astowers@bannerschool.org.
Ticket Packages
General Admission Ticket
Your ticket includes:
- A gourmet dinner by Legends Catering and an Open Bar in the beautiful ballroom at Springfield Manor Vineyard.
- An incredible Live Auction featuring:
“one-of-a-kind” autographed sports and music memorabilia from local and nationally known athletes and global superstars, worldwide vacations, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and more. - There will also be an amazing silent auction and several raffles offering a wide array of prizes.
Pricing: $150
Table of 10
10 x General Admission Tickets
Include your family and friends and have them enjoy a gourmet dinner while attending an incredible auction experience.
Pricing: $1,250
Sponsorship Options
Bronze Sponsor
- Two Event Tickets with Premium Seating and Sponsor Table Placard
- On-stage Acknowledgment
- Displayed as a Bronze Sponsor at the Event Entrance
- All Sponsorships include a Social Network Announcement and photos on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and school-wide communications.
Pricing: $1,000
Silver Sponsor
- Six Event Tickets with Premium Seating and Sponsor Table Placard
- On-stage Acknowledgment
- Recognized as a Silver Sponsor at the Event Entrance
- All Sponsorships include a Social Network Announcement and photos on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and school-wide communications.
Pricing: $2,500
Gold Sponsor
- One Table of 10 guests with Premium Seating and Sponsor Table Placard
- On-stage Acknowledgement
- Recognized as a Gold Sponsor at the Event Entrance
- All Sponsorships include a Social Network Announcement and photos on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and school-wide communications.
Pricing: $5,000
Plantinum "Presenting Event Sponsor"
- Sponsor logo placed next to the title of the event on all flyers and marketing materials as the Presenting Sponsor
- Two Tables of 10 guests with Premium Event Seating and Platinum Sponsor Placard proudly displayed at your gala tables
- On-stage acknowledgement and introduction during the event
- Recognized as the Platinum Event Sponsor at the Event Entrance
- All Sponsorships include a Social Network Announcement and photos on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and school-wide communications.
Pricing: $10,000
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Donations
As always, our gala will feature a silent and live auction, filled with donation not only from our Banner families, but from our Frederick community. If you are interested in donating, please contact the school for more information.
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