Lighting the Way
80 Years of Building Bright Futures
Guests will enjoy:
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An elegant evening marking Campagna’s 80 years of service to Alexandria’s children and families, featuring a heartfelt program that will remember the past and imagine the future, all set against the backdrop of one of the most historic properties on the Potomac River, River Farm.
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As her tenure comes to a close, a celebration of Dr. Tammy Mann’s 13 incredible years leading Campagna, as well as a toast to what’s next.
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The chance to mingle and network with Campagna’s community, which includes local businesses and individuals who are committed to making Alexandria a special place in which to learn, work, and live.
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Cocktail hour from 6:00 to 7:00 PM featuring signature cocktails from Founding Farmers, an exquisitely catered dinner, and specially chosen wine, beer, and spirited drinks.
- Time to indulge in decadent desserts from Tasteful Affairs, sip on wine and spirits, and let the high-energy live band keep you dancing all night long. Tickets for just this portion of the night (8:00 to 10:00 PM) are available now!
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A full night of fun, including music, dancing, a live auction, raffles, and more.
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Your tickets will support Campagna’s educational mission and the over 2,000 people we serve every year.
Friday, May 9th, 2025
6:00 – 10:00PM
River Farm
A historied home and idyllic gardens with stunning vistas of the Potomac River.
7931 E Boulevard Dr
Alexandria, VA 22308
Dress code: Cocktail Attire
Sponsorships are SOLD OUT!
Sponsor Levels
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Beacon of Hope $25,000
Includes ten tickets, premium seating, logo and name listing in all event marketing materials denoting presenting sponsorship level, individualized social media post with the option to include a message about your company and why you support Campagna, invitation to speak during event, opportunity to provide exclusive branded event items (for example water bottles, cocktail napkins, dessert bags). (Tax-deductible portion of sponsorship: $24,350)
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Guiding Star $10,000
Includes eight event tickets, premium seating, logo and name listing in all event marketing materials, individualized social media post with the option to include a message about your company and why you support Campagna. (Tax-deductible portion of sponsorship: $9,480)
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Radiant Light $5,000
Includes six event tickets, logo and name listing in all event marketing materials, individualized social media post with the option to include a message about your company and why you support Campagna. (Tax-deductible portion of sponsorship: $4,610).
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Bright Spark $2,500
Includes four event tickets, logo and name listing in all event marketing materials. (Tax-deductible portion of sponsorship: $2,240)
Sponsorships are SOLD OUT!
If you have questions, please contact developmentoffice@campagnacenter.org.
Dessert & Dancing Tickets
Get ready to celebrate 80 incredible years of Campagna Center with a night of live music, dancing and desserts! Your Dessert & Dancing Only ticket grants you exclusive access to the ultimate party—a live band, sweet treats, and a dance floor that won’t stop!
Indulge in decadent desserts, sip on wine and spirits, and let the high-energy live band keep you dancing all night long. Whether you’re twirling under the lights or belting out ballads to your favorite tunes, this is a night of pure fun, celebration, and unforgettable moments celebrating mission moments for Campagna!
Dress to impress and bring your best moves! This is one gala you don’t want to miss!
Dessert & Dancing tickets are only $150 and include event entry after 8:00 PM and access to unlimited drinks and dessert. The event ends at 10:00 PM.
With Special Thanks to our Gala Committee
Co-Chairs: Suzanne Carlough & Brittany Patterson Hill
Logistics Committee
- Co-Chairs: Jeanne Barton & Sonya Besteiro
- Members: Laura Lawler, Bridget Weaver, Sherwood Turnbull, Laura Francis, Tracey Schriver
Sponsorship Committee
- Chair: Katelin Moomau
Host Committee
- Chair: Francesca Noone
Acquisitions Committee
- Co-Chairs: Jenifer Baker & Lauren Shaw
- Members: Caren Camp, Liza May, Katie May Simmons, Sam Tricoli
Program & Honorees Committee
- Chair: Laura Hartman
Entertainment Committee
- Co-Chairs: Amanda Seese & Bridget Shea Westfall
Brought to you by our Host Committee
Janice & Kim Abraham
Larry & Amy Alberson
Marina & Wil Alveno
Jenifer & Karl Baker
Erika Baum
Karen & Jay Beckhorn
Mary Ann Best & Dave Millard
Sonya Besteiro
Corinne Birdsong Winburn
David & Cleatus Burk
Caren & John Camp
Dianna & Mickey Campagna
Shannon & Christopher Campagna
LizaBanks Campagna, Beatrice Campagna
Suzanne & Garrett Carlough
Anne Marie & Chuck Chotvacs
Kimberly Cole
Janice Curtin
Cathy & Steve D’Antuono
Randall & Karen Davis
Carter Flemming
Patricia Lingan-Fowler & John Fowler
Carrie Garland
June Geoffray
Sue Goodhart
Joseph & Jackie Haggerty
Laura & Chris Hartman
Brittany Patterson Hill & Geoff Hill
Caswell & Anne Hobbs
Bill & Julie Howard
Lindsay Hutter
Jeannine Ginivan Hyde & Thomas Hyde
Kelly & Simon Joseph
Paul O. Wilson & Marjorie Kline
Adron Krekeler & Rebecca Mahood
Maribeth & Jeffrey Lowe
John & Christina Lytle
Megan & Peter Madigan
Asif Mahmood
Liza & Steve May
Katie & Ryan Meerstein
Tyler & Crystal Murrell
Kate & Jared Newton
Francesca Trigiani Noone & Thomas Noone
Lauren O’Brien
Andrew & Denise Palmieri
Stephanie & John Parkes
Clay & Anne Perfall
Amy & Alden Philbrick
Barbara D. Richter, PhD
Lauren Sadlon Neat Method
Amanda Seese & Tim Whelan
Lauren & Blaec Shaw
Amanda & William Shell
Leslie & Craig Stevens
Delia & Dolan Sullivan
Chris Moore & Brooke Terry
Baiju Vora
David & Tara Weintritt
Bridget Shea Westfall
Patti & George White
Stephanie & Samuel Wiggins
Ashley & George Wilson
Donnan C. Wintermute
Nancy Ziegler
With Gratitude for our Sponsors
Beacon of Hope
Guiding Star
Kathleen K. Diamond
Radiant Light
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP | Richard Galanis | Mary Lewis Hix | Karen Schuiling | Alex & Tracey Schriver
Bright Spark
Adrienne & Dennis Hensley | Jerry Kelly & Andrea Courduvelis | Laura & Tom Lawler | Tammy & Cedric Mann
Don Simpson | Bridget & John Weaver | First Citizens Bank | Frank & Betty Wright Foundation
With Special Thanks to our Event Partners
