Love is Home Gala
Celebrating community, uplifting families
Step Onward Foundation proudly presents the Love is Home Gala on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 5 pm to 9 pm at the University of Texas Etter‑Harbin Alumni Center.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, impact, and gratitude. The Love Is Home Gala will bring together friends, supporters, and leaders united by a shared commitment to break the cycles of homelessness and hardship.
The Details
Date: September 14, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: UT Etter-Harbin Alumni Center 2110 San Jacinto Blvd Austin, TX 78712
DAYS TO GO
Love is Home
At Step Onward Foundation, we believe every individual deserves a safe place to call home.
Our programs support young adults aging out of foster care, families facing eviction, and those on the brink of homelessness—including families with a seriously ill child who risk losing stable housing—because we know that love, compassion, and community are the bedrock of lasting change.
Join us in showing that love truly is the foundation of every home.
Evening Highlights
Live & Silent Auctions
Discover extraordinary items and experiences, where each bid amplifies our impact on families in need.
Raffle & Wine Pull
Try your luck with curated raffle prizes or a mystery bottle—every ticket fuels crucial support for those facing hardship.
Live Music & Entertainment
Immerse yourself in inspiring performances that help fund real solutions for our most vulnerable neighbors.
Get Tickets
Individual Ticket – $175
Available for a limited time. Includes full access to dinner, drinks, and entertainment
VIP Individual Ticket – $225
Enjoy guaranteed premier seating and personalized table service, for a seamless VIP experience.
Table (10 seats) – $2,000
- • Host your friends or colleagues
- • Dinner, drinks, and entertainment for your entire group
- • Prime placement near the stage
- • Upgraded table service
- • Valet or reserved parking for table host
Each ticket includes dinner, drinks, and entertainment. VIP tickets and tables enjoy reserved front‑of‑house seating plus dedicated wine and champagne service.
Get Tickets
Individual Ticket – $175
Available for a limited time. Includes full access to dinner, drinks, and entertainment
VIP Ticket – $275
Enjoy guaranteed premier seating and personalized table service, for a seamless VIP experience.
Table (10 seats) – $2,000
- • Host your friends or colleagues
- • Dinner, drinks, and entertainment for your entire group
VIP Table (10 seats) – $2,500
- • Prime placement near the stage
- • Upgraded table service
- • Valet or reserved parking for table host
Each ticket includes dinner, drinks, and entertainment. VIP tickets and tables enjoy reserved front‑of‑house seating plus dedicated wine and champagne service.
Become a Sponsor
We invite both companies and caring individuals to become sponsors of the Love Is Home Gala. Your generosity will empower Step Onward Foundation to expand critical services to families and young adults who need support now more than ever.
Title Sponsor
$35,000
• Prominent branded recognition on all signage on screen and in all digital marketing before and during the event
• 4 free reserved front of venue parking passes
• Full page advertisement in gala program
• Exclusive social media postings once per month
• 3 tables of 10 with table service for 30 guests
• VIP meet and greet with Patrice Pike and Step Onward Board for 30 guests
• Private party live with Patrice Pike (up to 100 people) at venue of your choice (venue rental not included)
Rising Sun Sponsors
$25,000
• Prominent brand recognition on signage at sponsored areas (Silent Auction, Dinner, Bar & Beverage, or Entertainment), as well as on-screen and in digital marketing before and during the event
• 2 free reserved front of venue parking passes
• 1/2 page advertisement in gala program
• Exclusive social media postings once per month
• 2 tables of 10 with table service for 20 guests
• VIP meet and greet with Patrice Pike and Step Onward Board for 20 guests
• Private party live with Patrice Pike (up to 75 people) at venue of your choice (venue rental not included)
Changing Lives Sponsor
$15,000
• Logo or name in gala program
• Logo or name on website with link
• 2 tables of 10 with table service for 20 guests
• VIP meet and greet with Patrice Pike and Step Onward Board for up to 20 guests
• Private party live with Patrice Pike for up to 50 guests at a venue of your choice (venue rental not included)
Giving Hope Sponsor
$10,000
• Logo or name in gala program
• Logo or name on website with link
• 1 table with table service for 10 guests
• VIP meet and greet with Patrice Pike and Step Onward Board for up to 10 guests
Inspiring Change Sponsor
$5,000
• Logo or name in gala program
• Logo or name on website with link
• 1 table with table service for 10 guests
• Photo op with Patrice Pike on event night
Building Community Sponsor
$1,000
• Logo or name in gala program
• Logo or name on website with link
• 4 guest tickets
Thank you!
Thank you to the Love is Home supporters who have already secured their sponsorships.
About Step Onward Foundation
Step Onward Foundation empowers young adults and families to break cycles of hardship by offering comprehensive support for housing and education.
Every donation fuels financial assistance for families on the brink of eviction because of a child’s illness and scholarships for young adults ready to break free from poverty.
Stand with Us on September 14th
Your presence at the Love Is Home Gala will help empower young adults to rise above poverty and prevent eviction for families in need.
Together, we can create a place of refuge and renewal for everyone.
About Step Onward Foundation
We prevent homelessness and housing insecurity by providing assistance for housing, education, food and counseling to individuals and families facing chronic or sudden hardship.
“Step Onward is a true lifeline, bringing light to those in need and changing lives in ways words can hardly capture.”
~ Step Onward Partner
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Austin, TX 78715
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