Gala

February 7, 2026

Howdy Partners! Mark your calendars to join us for a rootin' tootin' good time at the Brookfield Conference Center for A KNIGHT IN THE WILD WEST!
Please pray for the success of the Gala and how you will say "yes" as we prepare for Gala 2026, which will include a silent auction, live auction, western activities, western themed dinner, music with a live band, dancing, raffles, and community! The Brookfield Conference Center offers free parking! Consider staying overnight at the connected Hilton Garden Inn. 

Gala 2026 Chairs: Meg Anderson, Angela Gundrum, and Elise Sailer
Contact us at

Gala Links

Gala Reservations

Watch for your Gala Reservations coming in the mail this November! 

Hotel Reservations

Extend your evening of fun and fellowship by staying at the connected Hilton Garden Inn. Reservations must be made by January 8 to receive our special rate. Hotel Reservations

Donations


Do you have an item or experience to donate to make this gala unforgettable? Contact gala@stdominic.net with your ideas!

Get Involved

There are many ways to offer your time, skills, and interests! Contact  to discuss opportunities. 

Bidding

Remote early bidding opens in January 2026. Watch for information later this year! 

 

Would you like your business, upcoming event, or special group represented in the gala booklet and on the gala bidding site? Advertising space is available, which is seen by more than 500 guests and volunteers.

Schedule

Brookfield Conference Center

325 S. Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005

4:30 PM

Mass in the Collaborate Ballroom

5:30-7:30 PM

Silent Auction, Raffles, Western Activities, Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres

7:30 PM

Salad, Dinner, Dessert, Coffee

8:30 PM

Live Auction

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Live Band & Dancing

Menu

Caesar Salad (v)

Romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, croutons, and shredded parmesan cheese

Choice of Entree

Golden Slice Brisket (GF) paired with garlic mashed potatoes, and Prince Charles vegetable medley
Cherry BBQ Pulled Pork (GF) paired with mac 'n cheese, and corn
Roasted Vegetable Crostata (Vegan) tricolored quinoa pilaf, roasted pepper coulis, and pickled carrots

Dessert Bar

For special dietary needs please contact
Gala Chairs

Raffles

Grand Raffle - Ready, set, travel!

Tickets: $25 each, 3 for $50 or 7 for $100.
READY...to blaze your own trail?
SET...purchase Grand Raffle tickets for your chance to win!
TRAVEL!...Pick the place, pick the time!

Grand Prize...$5,000 cash toward your dream vacation!
2nd Prize...$1000 VISA gift card
3rd Prize...$500 VISA gift card

Grand Raffle sponsored by St. Dominic Catholic School pre-gala class parties
Drawing will be held on February 7, 2026 at the Brookfield Conference Center during the Gala.
Winners need not be present to win.
LIC. NO. R0000572-A-24284 

Roaring Box Raffle

Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20
1. Pampering Package: $200  Neroli Salon & Spa Gift Card and Bath & Body Works Items
2. Family Fun Night: $100 Lou Malnati's and $50  Marcus Gift Cards
3. 8 Quart Instant Pot Pro, 10-in-1
4. Roinside Adult Electric Scooter
5. Single Serve Coffee Maker, 80 K-cup Pods, and 2 St. Dominic mugs

Roaring Box Raffle sponsored by St. Dominic Formation Families
Drawing will be held on February 7, 2026 at the Brookfield Conference Center during the Gala.
Winners need not be present to win.
LIC. NO. R0000572-A-24284 

School TUITION Raffle FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR!

Purchase raffle tickets for $100 each for your chance to win FREE tuition for the 2026-2027 school year for one student.
A minimum of 60 tickets must be sold. If fewer than 60 tickets are sold, the prize will be prorated based on the number of tickets sold.

Official Rules:
1. Tuition scholarship is at the base parishioner tuition rate for one student for the 2026-2027 school year.
2. Prize is the opportunity to name a 2026-2027 St. Dominic Catholic School student or the St. Dominic Catholic School Tuition Assistance Fund as the recipient of a tuition scholarship.
3. Maximum value is $4,000, and is not redeemable for cash.

Winner need not be present to win.
The drawing will be held on February 7, 2026 at the Brookfield Conference Center during the Gala.

Tuition Raffle Form
LIC. NO. R0000572-A-24284

NEW! 50/50 Raffle

Lasso some tickets for our 50/50 Raffle!
50% to the Winner / 50% to St. Dominic Catholic Parish

1 Ticket: $10 | 3 Tickets $25 | 7 Tickets $100
Drawing will be held on February 7, 2026 at the Brookfield Conference Center during the Gala.
Winner need not be present to win.
LIC. NO. R0000572-A-24284 

2026 Gala Sponsors

Previous galas have been a tremendous success, thanks to the many individuals, families, groups, and companies that supported the events through sponsorships. We invite you to invest in our mission and community through the Gala! Proceeds from this year’s gala will continue to support our mission “to seek Christ, know Christ and become Christ, each one for the sake of all.” 

Online Sponsorship  Form

Download Sponsorship Form

Family Sponsors

The Brickman Family

Mary and Michael Mertens

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Business Sponsors

Marie & Jon Grandelis -  Shorewest Realtors

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"...do everything for the greater glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31