Join us in celebrating 20 years of ministry impact!
September 18, 2025 at 6:00pm
Children’s Mercy Park | Kansas City, KS
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our first-ever SHINE gala, a special event dedicated to celebrating the past and igniting the future of Mission Adelante. This milestone comes as we proudly commemorate 20 years of “loving people from all places” and using our gifts together to transform our community.
Join us as we reflect on the powerful journey we’ve shared, honor those who have helped make it possible, and look ahead to the future of our work. This is a vital moment in Mission Adelante’s history that we want to celebrate with all of you – our donors, supporters, and community members who have been integral in making this vision a reality.
We can’t wait to SHINE together with you!
6:00-7:15pm
Reception & Experience
- Exclusive access to Sporting KC’s locker room and player’s lounge
- Unique photo opportunity in the media interview room
- Meet Sporting KC forward Dániel Sallói and others
- Enjoy delicious food prepared by the stadium’s team of chefs
- Live music by Brad Gregory and his jazz quartet
7:30-8:30pm
Program
- Reflect and celebrate 20 years of Mission Adelante’s impactful ministry
- Executive Director Jarrett Meek lays out the vision for the future
- Dániel Sallói shares his life story and motivational message
- Inspirational videos, interviews and stories of life impact
- Learn how your investment can ignite transformation
8:30-9:00pm
Dessert Fellowship
- Download a spectacular evening with your Mission Adelante family
- Yummy treats galore
Dániel Sallói
Hungarian Professional Footballer
& Sporting KC Forward
Dan Deeble
SHINE Gala Emcee
Jarrett Meek
Executive Director,
Mission Adelante
Brad Gregory
KC Jazz Musician
By sponsoring this landmark event, you will help propel Mission Adelante into the coming years as a ministry that is transforming individuals and families from places all over the world. In its first 20 years, Mission Adelante has grown into a vital part of the Kansas City community. God’s favor has been plentiful. Yet, so much more is to be done. With the changing dynamics of refugee resettlement, we need your financial help now more than ever. We invite you to be a significant part of celebrating our past and moving boldly into the future.
Presenting Sponsor ($50,000)
- Event entitlement: “SHINE presented by [Sponsor Name]
- Name/logo in lead position on all event marketing – website, digital, social media promotions
- Name/logo in lead position on all on-site event branding – signage, collateral, programming
- On-stage speaking opportunity (“Welcome from the Presenting Sponsor”)
- 20 VIP event tickets with premium seating (option to use a number of tickets to sponsor Mission Adelante community members to attend event)
- 10 VIP parking passes
- Premium Experience: ten (10) tickets to exclusive meet-and-greet with Dániel Sallói and/or Sporting KC players including photo opportunity (30 minutes prior to start of main event)
- Pre-event sponsor “thank you” experience:
- VIP experience at Sporting KC home game – four (4) premium tickets + post-game Field Club access with players, team officials and prominent patrons
- Premium amenity: Dániel Sallói autographed jersey and MLS ball
Platinum ($25,000)
- Name/logo on all event marketing – website, digital, social media promotions
- Name/logo on all on-site event branding – signage, collateral, programming
- Recognition in event remarks from stage
- 10 VIP event tickets with preferred seating
- 5 VIP parking passes
- Premium Experience: four (4) tickets to exclusive meet-and-greet with Dániel Sallói and/or Sporting KC players including photo opportunity (30 minutes prior to start of main event)
- Pre-event sponsor “thank you” experience:
- VIP experience at Sporting KC home game – two (2) premium tickets + post-game Field Club access with players, team officials and prominent patrons
- Premium amenity: Dániel Sallói autographed jersey
Gold ($10,000)
- Name/logo inclusion on event collateral and programming
- Recognition on event website and selected social media pushes
- 8 VIP event tickets
- 4 VIP parking passes
- Group photo with Dániel Sallói and/or Sporting KC players in Media Room
- Premium amenity: MLS ball autographed by Daniel Sallói
Silver ($5,000)
- Name/logo inclusion on event collateral and programming
- Recognition on event website and selected social media pushes
- 6 VIP event tickets
- 3 VIP parking passes
- Premium amenity: Autographed Daniel Sallói MLS collectible player card
Bronze ($2,500)
- Name/logo inclusion on event collateral and programming
- Recognition on event website and selected social media pushes
- 4 VIP event tickets
- 2 VIP parking passes
We’d love for you to invite others in your network to join us at the SHINE gala!
Click the button below to download a shareable PDF of our various sponsorship packages.
Questions?
We are here to serve and welcome the opportunity to answer your questions.
Please email us at shine2025@missionadelante.org.
