37th Annual Spotlight Gala
May 09, 2026 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Tinley Park Convention Center, Convention Center Drive, Tinley Park, IL, USA
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Individual Ticket
$125
Join us for an evening of compassion and celebration benefiting South Suburban Humane Society. Enjoy cocktails and a gourmet dinner while hearing stories of lifesaving work, participating in exciting auctions and games, and delighting in our signature pet fashion show. Together, we'll make a difference for animals in need.
Table of 10
$1000
Celebrate compassion with friends, family, or colleagues at a reserved table for ten benefiting South Suburban Humane Society. Enjoy cocktails and a gourmet dinner while hearing stories of lifesaving work, joining in exciting auctions and games, and delighting in our signature pet fashion show. Together, we'll make a difference for animals in need.
Gold Sponsor
$10000
Celebrate your commitment to saving lives as a Gold Sponsor, enjoying 10 VIP tickets and premium table seating.
Your generosity will be recognized through:
-Logo and name featured on event signage, print and digital materials, and in the Electronic Program Book
-Graphic recognition and framed display at the Gala (to take home as a keepsake)
-Sponsor signage at your table
-Special acknowledgment from the podium
Your support shines brightly-helping South Suburban Humane Society continue its lifesaving work for pets and families in need.
Silver Sponsor
$5000
As a Silver Sponsor, enjoy an evening of celebration and recognition with 8 VIP tickets and second-tier seating for you and your guests.
Your sponsorship includes:
-Logo and name featured on event signage and in the Electronic Program Book
-Graphic and framed recognition displayed at the Gala (and yours to take home)
-Acknowledgment on select digital Gala materials and social media (if received prior to March 1)
Your support helps South Suburban Humane Society continue providing compassion, care, and second chances to pets in need.
Bronze Sponsor
$2500
Join us as a Bronze Sponsor and enjoy 6 tickets to an evening of celebration, compassion, and community.
Your sponsorship includes:
-Logo and name featured on event signage and in the Electronic Program Book
-Graphic recognition in the program
-Acknowledgment on digital Gala materials and social media (if received prior to March 1)
Your support helps South Suburban Humane Society continue its lifesaving mission-rescuing, caring for, and rehoming animals in need.
Partner Sponsor
$1000
Show your support as a Partner Sponsor and help make this lifesaving celebration possible.
Your sponsorship includes:
-Recognition on event signage and in the Electronic Program Book
-Logo placement in the program's graphic recognition section
Your partnership helps South Suburban Humane Society continue rescuing and rehoming pets throughout our community.
Friend Sponsor
$500
Join us as a Friend Sponsor and be recognized for your compassion and commitment to helping animals in need.
Your sponsorship includes:
-Recognition on event signage and in the Electronic Program Book
Your support helps South Suburban Humane Society continue its vital work-saving lives and creating brighter futures for pets and the people who love them.
Rolex Datejust Watch Raffle
1 for $100
The Rolex Datejust 16013 is a timeless expression of classic Rolex design, blending elegance with everyday versatility. Crafted in iconic two-tone stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, this vintage Datejust features the signature fluted yellow gold bezel paired with a Jubilee bracelet, offering both comfort and unmistakable presence on the wrist.
The rich blue dial provides a striking contrast to the warm gold accents, highlighted by gold hands and hour markers for a refined, legible display. A date window at 3 o'clock, magnified by Rolex's Cyclops lens, completes the design while reinforcing the model's enduring functionality.
Powered by a Rolex automatic movement and built with Oyster case durability, the Datejust 16013 is a perfect blend of luxury, heritage, and reliability-an enduring classic suited for both daily wear and special occasions.
Model: Datejust 16013
Case: Stainless steel & 18k yellow gold
Bezel: Fluted yellow gold
Dial: Blue
Bracelet: Two-tone Jubilee
Movement: Automatic
A true vintage Rolex staple, the Datejust 16013 remains one of the most recognizable and versatile watches ever produced.
Value: $9,000
100 ticket minimum for this raffle
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Signature Coacktail Glass
$25
Raise a glass to second chances. This exclusive Signature Spotlight Gala Cocktail Glass was custom designed for the South Suburban Humane Society's 37th Annual Spotlight Gala and serves as a keepsake from an unforgettable evening of impact.
Featuring a sleek, modern silhouette with a rich cobalt-blue base, the glass is adorned with delicate paw prints, stars, and playful animal silhouettes dancing beneath the Spotlight Gala logo, symbolizing the pets whose lives are transformed because of this special night.
The purchase of a signature glass allows you to enjoy our featured cocktails throughout the evening, including signature drinks crafted with Tito's Handmade Vodka or a refreshing Revolution Brewing Company craft beer, raising your glass while raising critical funds for animals in need.
Perfect for enjoying the evening's offerings or taking home as a lasting reminder, this elegant glass celebrates compassion, community, and the countless animals given hope through your support.
One glass. One night. A lifetime of second chances.
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