Celebrate with us!

Join us for a celebration as we commemorate five decades of unwavering support, advocacy, and hope for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and individuals impacted by substance use disorders. This milestone event will honor the impact we’ve made together—and the future we continue to build.

Friday, October 17, 2025
6:00pm - 11:00pm

The Matrix Club
808 Illinois Rte 59
Naperville, Illinois

Event Timeline

6:00pm - 7:00pm - Cocktail Hour

7:00pm - 9:30pm - Dinner & Program

9:30pm - 11:00pm - Dancing!

Attend

Join us for this year's 50 Years of Hope Gala! Enjoy an amazing evening while supporting Mutual Ground. Ticket Price: $175 per person

Purchase Your Tickets

Sponsor

Support Mutual Ground's services by becoming an event sponsor. We have a variety of sponsorship options available.

Become a Sponsor

Donate

Even if you are not able to attend our event you can still help support our mission and services. Every person, every donation makes a difference!

I can't make it, but I would like to donate!

Volunteer

Volunteers are always needed. We would love for you to be part of this special event!

Volunteer Opportunities Coming Soon

Join Our Leadership Circle

Fund-A-Need Sponsorship for Individuals Donors - Help us Fund our Future

This year, we are excited to introduce the Leadership Circle—a new feature that recognizes the vital role of individual donors, separate from our business sponsors.

Join our Leadership Circle with a gift of $2,500 or more, to help ignite our Fund-a-Need paddle raise during the gala program, inspiring others to give generously in support of our mission.

As a valued Leadership Circle member, you will receive special recognition in our event program. If you plan to attend the gala*, you will also be invited to raise your paddle in the amount of your gift to launch the Fund-a-Need activity.

*Leadership Circle gifts do not include gala tickets. Members who wish to attend are invited to purchase tickets separately.

NEW THIS YEAR: Join Our Leadership Circle

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s our Golden Celebration! Come dressed to celebrate, semi-formal attire is suggested. Feel free to add a touch of gold to honor this special milestone!
Unfortunately not, tickets must be purchased in advance by Friday, October 3, 2025.
On this special night, we’ll honor our history, celebrate the lives we’ve touched, and look forward to the next 50 years of impact. You will enjoy an evening filled with dinner, dancing, inspiring stories, and exciting auction items—all in support of our mission of hope and healing. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Your $175 Gala ticket includes an open premium bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, salad, your choice of a plated dinner, and dessert! During checkout, you’ll be able to select from one of the following entrées: Filet Mignon, Salmon with Lemon Gremolata, or Stuffed Red Pepper.
During the Gala, the Givi platform will be used for online bidding on both silent and live auction items. If you purchased your own ticket, you’ll be automatically registered for Givi. If you are attending as a guest of someone, you can easily sign up for Givi and join the auction as well.