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A GIFT FROM TRAY PRESENTS

2026 Sneaker Ball Scholarship Fundraiser

 Dinner • Cash Bar • Music & Dancing • 

50/50 Raffle • Silent Auction • Scholarship

Event Details

Step Into Purpose

The countdown is on! Join us December 5 for an unforgettable evening supporting the future of young men.

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Thank you for celebrating with us!

The big day may have come and gone, but keep in touch as we’re always up to something new and exciting.

Event Details

Event Time

Recommended Attire

Event Location

6 p.m. - 10 p.m. EST

Event Location

Recommended Attire

Event Location

The Meeting Space

21300 Hilltop St

Southfield, MI 48033, USA

Recommended Attire

Recommended Attire

Recommended Attire

 Formal / Cocktail Attire
Sneakers Encouraged 

Sneaker Ball Date

Recommended Attire

Recommended Attire

 Saturday, December 5, 2026 

More Than a Celebration

 The A Gift From Tray Sneaker Ball is an opportunity to come together in celebration while investing in the future of young men.


Proceeds from this event will support the scholarship efforts and mission of A Gift From Tray as we continue providing young men with opportunities, resources, encouragement and support to help them pursue their educational goals and build successful futures.


Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, donation made and contribution received helps move us closer to creating meaningful opportunities for deserving young men.


NOTE: This event is for ages 25+

learn about our mission

What to Expect

Dinner & Drinks

Scholarship Impact

Dinner & Drinks

Enjoy dinner as we gather for an elegant evening of celebration, connection, and purpose.


Dinner, which is included with your ticket, will be served at 7 p.m. 

Music & Dancing

Scholarship Impact

Dinner & Drinks

Come ready to hit the dance floor! Enjoy music throughout the evening and celebrate in true Sneaker Ball style.

Silent Auction

Scholarship Impact

Scholarship Impact

Bid on exciting experiences, packages, and special items while helping raise funds to support scholarships and opportunities for young men.

Scholarship Impact

Scholarship Impact

Scholarship Impact

Celebrate the mission behind the evening and learn how your support helps A Gift From Tray invest in the education, growth, and future of deserving young men.

Dress to Impress. Lace Up Your Favorites.

Guests are invited to bring their personal style to the ballroom. From gowns and cocktail dresses to tuxedos and sharp suits, dress for an elegant evening — then complete your look with your favorite sneakers.


Classic. Bold. Luxurious. Creative. The choice is yours.


 FORMAL / COCKTAIL ATTIRE • SNEAKERS ENCOURAGED

What to Expect

Attend

Sponsor

Sponsor

Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, community and purpose.

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Sponsor

Sponsor

Sponsor

Partner with us and help us expand the reach and impact of our scholarship mission.

Learn more

Donate

Sponsor

Donate

 Can't attend? You can still help create meaningful opportunities for deserving young men. 

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Bid

Sponsor

Donate

Support the mission while bidding on exciting experiences, packages and special items.

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Sneaker Ball Silent Auction

Bid. Win. Make an Impact.

Our A Gift From Tray Silent Auction features a variety of exciting experiences, packages and special items generously donated by our supporters.


Every bid helps us continue our mission of supporting students through scholarships and creating opportunities that can make a lasting difference in their lives.

Bid high. Bid often. Know that every dollar raised helps us invest in the next generation.

Browse The Auction

Featured Auction Items

Exclusive Family Portrait + Luxury Hotel Stay

Experience a world-renowned portrait session paired with a luxury overnight stay in New York or Miami.

View & Bid

Private Wine Tasting Experience


Gather your guests for a memorable wine tasting experience valued at $350.


View & Bid

Stay tuned for additional auction items!

Come Ready to Step Into Purpose.

Whether you attend, sponsor, donate, bid or help spread the word, your support plays an important role in helping us fulfill our mission of contributing to the future of young men.


Come dressed for the occasion.

Come ready to make an impact.

And most importantly — come ready to step into purpose.


We look forward to celebrating with you on December 5, 2026.

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Sneaker Ball FAQs

Please reach us at info@agiftfromtray.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

 Formal or cocktail attire is required. Sneakers are encouraged and are part of the fun! 

 Sneakers are encouraged as part of the Sneaker Ball experience. 

Yes. The 2026 A Gift From Tray Sneaker Ball Scholarship Fundraiser is a 25 and older event. All guests must be at least 25 years of age to attend.

The Meeting Space

21300 Hilltop St

Southfield, MI 48033, USA

 Tickets may be purchased online through the official ticket link on this page. 

One ticket includes entry into the the event and dinner

Absolutely. You can donate, participate in the silent auction, sponsor the event or help share the fundraiser with others.

Auction items can be viewed and bid on online. Winning bidders will receive instructions after the auction closes.

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