Event Details
- Saturday, April 17, 2021
- 6pm to midnight
- District Pier at The Wharf and The Anthem
- 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC
- Attire: Black tie
- Complimentary valet parking
Event Schedule
- Cocktail reception at the District Pier: 6pm
- Dinner at The Anthem: 7pm
- Program and live auction: 9pm
- Entertainment and dancing: 10pm to midnight
The Children’s Ball is one of Washington DC’s must-attend galas. On December 5, 2020, Children’s National Hospital marks 150 years of service to our community. We will celebrate this milestone birthday at Children’s Ball 2021. Our annual fundraiser supports our mission to connect care, community and discovery to help every child grow up stronger. The event includes a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, program, entertainment and dancing. Please join us as we celebrate 150 years of caring for children.
Committee
Thank you to Children’s Ball 2021 committee members for their dedication to this important philanthropic effort.
Party Hosts
- Amy Baier
- Brigg Bunker
- Marcy Cohen
- Jean-Marie Fernandez
- Mae Grennan
- Cindy Jones
- Thomas Lloyd
- Carrie Marriott
- Toni Verstandig
Sponsor Benefits
There are many ways to support the Children’s Ball. To learn more about the benefits of each sponsorship level, click the links below. To discuss a custom sponsorship or ticket packages, please contact
Jen Fleming or
Samantha Frankel.
PRESENTING SPONSOR | $500,000
Additional benefits unique to our 150th Birthday celebration year are available to customize our partnership. The Children’s Hospital Foundation team will work with you to design a special custom sponsorship package.
Event Benefits:- Exclusive sponsorship of the Cocktail Reception, with full branding opportunities
- Exclusive opportunity for logo recognition on the dessert
- Invitation to the pre-event VIP reception
- Full-page advertisement in the event program
- Two (2) tables of 10 seats with front row VIP seating
- Special table amenities for your guests, including table top champagne and party favors
- Full-page advertisement in the event dinner program
- Dedicated event concierge service before and throughout the event
- Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive or event leadership
- Opportunity to distribute premium company giveaways to Ball attendees
- Recognition in post-event advertisement in Washington Business Journal
- Logo or name recognition in the full-page thank you advertisement in Washington Life
- Logo or name recognition in the event digital slideshow
- Logo or name recognition on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization
- Premium logo or name placement on all printed materials, as available (including invitation, program and signage)
Additional Benefits:- Inclusion in special year-round listings in Washington, D.C. region publications
- Exclusive invitations to grand openings and other community events throughout the 150th Birthday Year
- Invitation to an exclusive dinner with senior Children’s National leadership
- Opportunity for a behind-the-scenes experience at Children’s National, such as shadowing a surgeon or researcher for a day, a customized hospital tour or a patient play date for your employees (tailored for your interests and area of focus)
- Invitation for six (6) to the Children’s Ball sponsor thank you dinner with senior hospital leadership
- One (1) seat on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation’s Corporate Advisory Council
- Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program
PREMIER SPONSOR | $250,000
Additional benefits unique to our 150th Birthday celebration year are available to customize our partnership. The Children’s Hospital Foundation team will work with you to design a special custom sponsorship package.
Event Benefits:- Exclusive sponsorship of the Cocktail Reception, with full branding opportunities
- Exclusive opportunity for logo recognition on the dessert
- Invitation to the pre-event VIP reception
- Full-page advertisement in the event program
- Two (2) tables of 10 seats with front row VIP seating
- Special table amenities for your guests, including table top champagne and party favors
- Full-page advertisement in the event dinner program
- Dedicated event concierge service before and throughout the event
- Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive or event leadership
- Opportunity to distribute premium company giveaways to Ball attendees
- Recognition in post-event advertisement in Washington Business Journal
- Logo or name recognition in the full-page thank you advertisement in Washington Life
- Logo or name recognition in the event digital slideshow
- Logo or name recognition on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization
- Premium logo or name placement on all printed materials, as available (including invitation, program and signage)
Additional Benefits:- Inclusion in special year-round listings in Washington, D.C. region publications
- Exclusive invitations to grand openings and other community events throughout the 150th Birthday Year
- Invitation to an exclusive dinner with senior Children’s National leadership
- Opportunity for a behind-the-scenes experience at Children’s National, such as shadowing a surgeon or researcher for a day, a customized hospital tour or a patient play date for your employees (tailored for your interests and area of focus)
- Invitation for six (6) to the Children’s Ball sponsor thank you dinner with senior hospital leadership
- One (1) seat on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation’s Corporate Advisory Council
- Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program
150TH BIRTHDAY SPONSOR | $150,000
Additional benefits unique to our 150th Birthday celebration year are available to customize our partnership. The Children’s Hospital Foundation team will work with you to design a special custom sponsorship package.
Event Benefits:- Exclusive opportunity to brand a signature cocktail
- Invitation to the pre-event VIP reception
- Full-page advertisement in the event program
- Two (2) tables of 10 seats with VIP seating
- Special table amenities for your guests including table top champagne and party favors
- Dedicated event concierge service before and throughout the event
- Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive or event leadership
- Opportunity to distribute premium company giveaways to Ball attendees
- Recognition in post-event advertisement in Washington Business Journal
- Logo or name recognition in the full-page thank you advertisement in Washington Life
- Logo or name recognition in the event digital slideshow
- Logo or name recognition on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization
- Premium logo or name placement on all printed materials, as available (including invitation, program, and signage)
Additional Benefits:- Inclusion in special year-long listings in Washington, D.C. region publications
- Exclusive invitations to grand openings and other community events throughout the 150th Birthday Year
- Opportunity for a behind-the-scenes experience at Children’s National, such as shadowing a surgeon or researcher for a day, a customized hospital tour or a patient play date for your employees (tailored for your interests and area of focus)
- Invitation for four (4) to the Children’s Ball sponsor thank you dinner with senior hospital leadership
- One (1) seat on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation’s Corporate Advisory Council
- Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program
PATRON SPONSOR | $100,000
Event Benefits:- Two (2) tables of 10 seats with VIP seating
- Dedicated event concierge service before and throughout the event
- Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive or event leadership
- Opportunity to distribute premium company giveaways to Ball attendees
- Recognition in post-event thank you advertisement in Washington Business Journal
- Logo or name recognition in the full-page thank you advertisement in Washington Life
- Logo or name recognition in the event digital slideshow
- Logo or name recognition on the event invitation
- Logo or name recognition on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization
- Logo or name recognition the event program
- Logo or name recognition on event signage
Additional Benefits:- Opportunity for a customized hospital tour or patient play date for your employees (tailored for your interests and area of focus)
- Invitation for four (4) to the Children’s Ball sponsor thank you dinner with senior hospital leadership
- Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program
PLATINUM SPONSOR | $50,000
Event Benefits:- One table of 12 seats with priority seating
- Main stage recognition by Children’s National executive or event leadership
- Opportunity to distribute premium company giveaways to Ball attendees
- Recognition in post-event thank you advertisement in Washington Business Journal
- Logo or name recognition in the full-page thank you advertisement in Washington Life
- Logo or name recognition in the event digital slideshow
- Logo or name recognition on the event invitation
- Logo or name recognition on the Children’s Ball website with a link to your organization
- Logo or name recognition the event program
- Logo or name recognition on event signage
Additional Benefits:- Opportunity for a customized hospital tour or patient play date for your employees (tailored for your interests and area of focus)
- Invitation for four (4) to the Children’s Ball sponsor thank you dinner with senior hospital leadership
- Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program
GOLD SPONSOR | $25,000
Event Benefits:- One table of 10 seats with priority seating
- Logo or name recognition in the full-page thank you advertisement in Washington Life
- Logo or name recognition in the event digital slideshow
- Logo or name recognition on the event invitation
- Logo or name recognition on the Children’s Ball website
- Logo or name recognition the event program
- Logo or name recognition on event signage
Additional Benefits:- Invitation for two (2) to the Children’s Ball sponsor thank you dinner with senior hospital leadership
- Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program
SILVER SPONSOR | $17,500
Event Benefits:- One table of 10 seats
- Name recognition on the event invitation
- Name recognition in the event slideshow
- Name recognition on the Children’s Ball website
- Name recognition in the event program
- Name recognition on event signage
Additional Benefits:- Individuals Only: Membership as a leadership donor in Children’s Circle of Care with all included benefits
150TH CELEBRATION CIRCLE OF CARE SPONSOR | $15,000
This level of sponsorship is exclusively available to individuals. Company recognition (invitation, program, signage, etc.) is not permitted at this level.
Event Benefits:- One table of 10 seats
- Name recognition on the event invitation
- Name recognition on the Children’s Ball website
- Name recognition in the event slideshow
- Name recognition in the event program
- Name recognition on event signage
Additional Benefits:- Membership as a leadership donor in Children’s Circle of Care, a prestigious regional and national network of benefactors who share a passion for helping children live long and healthy lives; benefits of membership in the Children’s Circle of Care, including:
- Concierge assistance at our hospital and outpatient centers
- Invitations to our high-profile events
- Access to the latest information on pediatric medicine
- Opportunities to meet with world-class physicians and researchers
BRONZE SPONSOR | $10,000
Event Benefits:- Four (4) seats
- Name recognition on the Children’s Ball website
- Name recognition in the event program
- Name recognition on event signage
DR. BEAR’S FRIENDS | $4,000
This level of sponsorship is exclusively available to individuals. Company recognition (invitation, program, signage, etc.) is not permitted at this level.
Event Benefits:- Two (2) seats
- Name recognition in the event program
- Name recognition on event signage
Become a sponsor
Purchase your Children’s Ball sponsorship or donate to Children’s National by making your payment online below or completing the commitment form.
Based on availability, individual reservations may be purchased beginning March 1, 2021. Please email
Charlotte Cohen to be added to the wait list.
Please select the sponsorship level or type your other donation amount below:
Our Sponsors
who are making a difference for the patients and families of Children’s National.
Gold Sponsors
- Mary Ellen and Mark Rouchard
Silver Sponsors
- Margarita Arroyave-Wessel and David Wessel, MD
- The Cecchi Family
150th Circle of Care Sponsors
- Anthony Sandler, MD and Nancy Bauman, MD
- Marcie and Charles Berul, MD
- Lee and Henry Fonvielle
- Mae and Ande Grennan
Bronze Sponsors
- Mary Anne Hilliard, Esq. and Thomas Hilliard
- Tiffany & Co.
Photos
View photos from the Children’s Ball 2019