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Donate Auction Items
Live & Silent Auction Items
We are excited to be hosting an online auction in conjunction with an in person event for this year's Gift of Faith Gala being held on March 1st. We would love for you to be involved by donating an item(s) and by being a participant.
Items that have done well in the past are artisan crafted items as well as trips or experiences. We would love to have items that are at a $50 value or higher to place in the auction to help raise funds for our campership program and to keep camp affordable for all.
If you are willing to donate an item, please complete the form by clicking the link below and a Cross Trails Ministry staff member will be in touch with you to finalize any details. All items you are would like to donate must have a commitment by February 17th in order for items to be placed on our bidding site. Please fill out this form for EACH item you would be willing to donate.
Celebrate Camp Chrysalis' 75th Anniversary
Saturday, March 1st at The Courtyard by Marriott River Village in New Braunfels
Appetizers to After Party 5-10 pm
Cocktail Attire Requested.
Join us for an evening of camp memories, dining, dancing, fundraising, and fellowship!
Raise Funds for Camperships and Keep Camp Affordable for All!
Each year Cross Trails Ministry gives thousands in discounts and financial aid Camperships so that camp is affordable for most families. The Gift of Faith Gala helps raise funds to make this possible.
Don't let anyone miss out on camp because of the cost!
Our goal this year is to raise $75,000 in tickets, sponsorships, the auctions, and more!
Ways To Participate
Sponsors, Donors, and Participants are essential to the success of this event.
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. There are a variety of levels so everyone can show their support. Several sponsorships include the option of tickets for you, or those you invite to attend.
Donate an Auction Item or Experience: We are collecting items for this year's event and you can help by donating items or experiences valued at $50 or more for our auction. Select items will be part of the live auction.
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 at 1pm on February 17th. If you plan to attend, there are a limited number of rooms as part of a room block for this event. Contact The Courtyard by Marriott by calling 830-626-4700. The room block rate is available until February 10th.
Register to Participate: Everyone is welcome to participate online! You can bid on items, purchase an item from the wishing wall, buy raffle tickets, and donate from home by registering for free.
$75,000 Goal


$20,160
Total Raised
Gala Schedule
Saturday, March 1st
The Courtyard by Marriott River Village in New Braunfels
5 pm Appetizer Social with Cocktails and Live Music
Silent Auction, Wishing Wall, and Wine Pull Open
6 pm Welcome and Dinner
Gala Anniversary Celebration
Heads or Tails Game, Raffle, Live Auction
8:30 pm Dancing and After Party
10 pm Go in Peace
Cocktail Attire Requested.
Hotel Rooms
The Courtyard by Marriott River Village has set aside a block of rooms which are available until February 10th under Cross Trails Ministry. Call 830-626-4700 to reserve a room.
The Grooves Band
We are excited to have The Grooves cover band performing at our event this year! Make sure you buy a ticket so you don't miss out on an evening of fun and dancing. For more information about the band, check them out at The Grooves Website!
Be a Gala Sponsor
Most of the funds raised at this event are raised through the auctions & sponsorships. Please consider sponsoring if you are able. All sponsors will be acknowledged during the event & in pre and post event publications. Click the button below to sponsor the event.
Special Note as of February 11, 2025
For the first time ever, we have sold out of tickets. Your sponsorship is still very much welcome and appreciated, but we will not be able to offer tickets with the Diamond, Gold, Silver or Bronze Sponsorship levels. If you choose one of these options, you will get full donation credit, the acknowledgement listed above and our deepest appreciation.
Diamond Sponsor $3000
Your choice of up to 10 tickets at a reserved premium table for you and your invited guests, or a full donation credit if not attending.
A special commemorative gift and a set of beads for each guest at your table to participate in our Heads/Tails Game.
A portion of the sponsorship will be tax deductible depending on choice on number of attendees.
Gold Sponsor $2000
Your choice of up to 6 tickets at a designated premium table for you and your invited guests, or a full donation credit if not attending.
A set of beads for each guest at your table to participate in our Heads/Tails Game.
A portion of the sponsorship will be tax deductible depending on choice on number of attendees.
Silver Sponsor $1500
Your choice of up to 4 tickets for you and your invited guests, or a full donation credit if not attending.
A set of beads for each guest at your table to participate in our Heads/Tails Game.
A portion of the sponsorship will be tax deductible depending on choice on number of attendees.
Bronze Sponsor $500
Your choice of up to 2 tickets for you and your invited guests, or a full donation credit if not attending.
A set of beads for each guest at your table to participate in our Heads/Tails Game.
A portion of the sponsorship will be tax deductible depending on choice on number of attendees.
Table Sponsor $1,000
10 tickets at a reserved table for you and your invited guests.
A portion of the sponsorship will be tax deductible depending on choice on number of attendees.
Wine Wall Sponsor $250
This sponsorship helps camp to secure some higher end bottles ($50+) to be part of the wine pull.
Cocktail Hour Sponsor $250
This sponsorship helps cover drink costs during the time that guests are arriving and prior to the dinner and event program.
Appetizer Sponsor $250
This sponsorship helps cover food costs during the cocktail hour.
Ticket Sponsor $75
These make it possible for us to let staff, honorees, gala committee members, & volunteers attend the event for minimal to no cost. If you would like to sponsor a ticket, please consider a gift of $75 per ticket.
Who is Cross Trails Ministry?
Cross Trails Ministry is a year-round ministry to youth, adults and families.
Based in the Hill Country of southwestern Texas, Cross Trails Ministry offers summer camp & retreats to thousands each year.
Two sites are at the heart of this ministry, Lutheran Camp Chrysalis near Kerrville & Ebert Ranch Camp near Harper.
We also offer off-site opportunities in unique locations around Texas & beyond.