Help us raise funds to keep camp affordable for all
and make sure no one misses out because of the cost!
There will be a gathering at The Courtyard Marriott in New Braunfels
on Saturday, March 4th from 5-9pm.
Purchase your tickets to attend!
Cocktail Attire Requested
This year we are celebrating two major milestones–
40 years of camping ministry at Ebert Ranch and
25 years as Cross Trails Ministry offering summer camp and retreats
at Camp Chrysalis, Ebert Ranch, and throughout Texas!
There will be great food, music, entertainment, live & silent auctions, and fellowship.
You are invited to come & enjoy a wonderful time while you help to keep camp affordable for everyone!
Following the event, Summer Staff Alumni guests are invited to stay and attend an “After the Gala Homecoming Social” at our event venue.
If you cannot join us in person, we want to invite you to participate from the comfort of your home.
Our silent auction and other fundraising opportunities will be held online here beginning February 26th.
Our goal this year is to raise $45,000 and we need your help to get there!
Why Participate in the Gift of Faith Gala?
The gala helps raise funds for Camperships and to help keep camp costs low!
Camperships are scholarships that campers & families can apply for to help lower the already subsidized cost of camp to ensure the opportunity for anyone that wants to come to camp, can do so! Last year, about 10% of our summer fees were covered by camperships & discounts. Our goal is to raise $45,000!
Sponsors, Donors, and Participants are essential to the success of this event and to our sites and programs. The event will be held as a hybrid event. There will be a gathering at The Courtyard by Marriott in New Braunfels on March 4th where there will be great food, music, entertainment, live & silent auctions, and fellowship!
How You Can Participate
Register to Participate: Everyone is welcome to participate in our online event! You can bid on items, purchase an item from the wishing wall, buy raffle tickets, and donate from home by registering for free.
Visit the Gift of Faith Gala Website
Become a Sponsor: Event sponsorships help us to cover the overhead expenses of the event. They are a wonderful way for you, your business, or your congregation, to contribute greatly to the Gala’s success. Our grateful thanks will be shared at the Gala, in the Gala program, and in our post gala news releases. Those who wish to remain anonymous will also be honored as such.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Become a Donor: We are collecting items for this year’s event and you can help with the gala’s success by donating items to the auctions or to the wine pull. We are looking for items or experiences of $50 or more for our auctions. Contact Jessica Jackson, the Outreach Director, to make arrangements for your donation.
Contact our Outreach Director
Purchase a Ticket: We would love for you to join us in person in New Braunfels. Purchase a ticket to attend this year’s event! Ticket sales end February 22nd. This year we will have The Grooves cover band performing at the gala. You won’t want to miss out on an evening of fun and dancing. Check them out on their website and get excited! If you plan to attend, there are a limited number of rooms part of a room block for this event. Click the following link to reserve your room when you purchase your ticket. The link works until February 2nd, but the block is available till February 9th. If reserving after the 2nd call 830-626-4700 x4713 and speak with Matilda to book your room.
Purchase Tickets
Reserve Your Room at The Courtyard by Marriott
The Grooves Website
Share with Others: Below you will find some printables to print and share with others, as well as a png that can be used for electronic announcements. Please contact our Outreach Director if you have any questions or need more information.
Congregation Poster PDF
Congregation Bulletin PDF
Invitation Front PNG
Invitation Back PNG
Thank You to Our 2023 Sponsors!