Sneakers & Sparkle

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Thu, September 11, 2025
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM CT


Grab Your Sneakers & Shine Up Your Sparkle!

It's time to get your groove on and support our members for an evening at the Frontiers of Flight Museum! 
 

Featuring Emerald City Band

Join us for dinner, dancing, and learning more about the important work we do each day! 


Become a Sponsor!
There are various Sponsorship opportunities available, so be sure to choose yours today, and bring your friends!

 

Founded in 1953, as United Cerebral Palsy of Metropolitan Dallas, Ability Connection is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that serves more than 1,000 Texans with all types of intellectual and other developmental disabilities. 

EVENT TIME iCal - Outlook - Google

Thu, September 11, 2025
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM CT

Reservations


$45,000 Connection Builder

Where would our members be without us? We offer a vast array of essential programs and services to more than 1,000 Texans with disabilities.

Two VIP tables of 8 at the event
Classroom Naming Opportunity in Training Center
(16) Raffle Tickets

 

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$35,000 Empowerment Emissary

Ability Connection empowers individuals to live the best life possible by removing barriers that inhibit independence and autonomy through Compassion, Respect. amd Results.

Two First "CLASS" tables of 8 at the event
Welcome Message Sponsor Recognition
(16) Raffle Tickets
 

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$25,000 Ability Ambassador

Our Community Living Assistance & Support Services (CLASS) provides case management for our members to live full lives as independently as possible, at home and in the community

Two First "CLASS" tables of 8 at the event
Therapy Sponsor Recognition
(12) Raffle Tickets
 

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$15,000 Nursing Services Supporter

Our nurses care for more than 200 members in our community and in our Training Center daily. They provide medical assessment, family resources, and much more to our medically fragile population.

One First "CLASS" table of 8 at the event
Nursing Services Sponsor Recognition
(8) Raffle Tickets
 

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$10,000 Group Home Champion

We own and operate four residential group homes, lovingly serving 16 of our members in nurturing, family environments.

One First "CLASS: table of 8 at the event
Thank You Gift Sponsor Recognition
(4) Raffle Tickets

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$7,500 Accessibility Advocate

The Individualized Skills and Socialization (ISS) certified Training Center provides a learning and growth environment to our adult members and the dedicated staff who care for them.

One First "CLASS" table of 8 at the event
Valet and Paratransit Sponsor Recognition
(4) Raffle Tickets

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$5,000 C.O.R.E. Partner

Our C.O.R.E. (Communication, Organization, Responsibility, Empathy) Skills labs offer youth the chance to learn and practice fundamental skills and strategies.

One First "CLASS" table of 8 at the event

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$2,500 Member & Family Sponsor

Sponsor attendance for members and their families.

8 Reservations for Members and Families

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$1,500 Event Table of 8

Reserve a table of 8 and bring your friends to enjoy Emerald City Band, great food, and help us raise critical funds to continue to provide essential programs and services to those who need us most!

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$200 Single Reservation

This special evening features Emerald City Band! Guests will celebrate Ability Connection's years of service with a moving program, dancing and great music, delicious dinner, and much more!

 

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Fund a Need


$2,000 Defibrillator

Help us update defibrillators in our group homes, in our vehicles, and in the Training Center!

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$1,000 Group Home Groceries & Supplies

Help us maintain daily life in one of our 4 group homes for one month!

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$500 Transportation

Sponsor our transportation costs for one month (DART passes, bus and van fuel and insurance, fleet maintenance).

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$500 Member Outing (with admission)

Sponsor a member group outing for 15, includes staffing, parking, and staff admission fees.
Examples: AT&T Stadium Tour, Perot Museum, movies, bowling.

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Ability Connection Jennifer Rotter Irving, TX development@abilityconnection.org 214-351-2500 http://www.abilityconnection.org
Nonprofit Organization Donations Tax Deductible