Evening of Sunshine
This Year's Theme Havana Nights
A vibrant evening of Latin music, festive cocktails, and dancing — all to fund life-changing home renovations for children with special needs.
Havana Nights
Step into Old Havana — colorful, alive, and full of soul. Behind every detail of the night is a single purpose: creating dream spaces that bring comfort, joy, and independence to children with special needs — at no cost to their families.
You'll meet the kids whose lives have been changed by a Sunshine on a Ranney Day room reveal — wheelchair-accessible bathrooms, dream bedrooms, in-home therapy spaces — and the ones waiting for their turn next. Their stories are why we gather. COT Latin Band brings the music; the families bring the meaning.
- Stories from the kids & families your gift serves
- A paddle raise to sponsor a child's room directly — 100% goes to kids
- Live & silent auctions funding the next dream room
- Live Latin band, dancers & a vibrant Havana setting
Channel the Spirit of Havana
Dress to impress. Tropical colors, silky fabrics, linen suits, panama hats — the more spirited the room, the better the night.
Confidence is your best accessory. ¡Nos vemos en La Habana!
How the Night Unfolds
From the first cocktail to the last dance — here's what to expect.
- 6:00PM
Cocktail Hour
Welcome cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and the silent auction opens.
- 7:30PM
Dinner & Program
Havana-inspired dinner, mission moments, and stories from the families we've served.
- 8:30PM
Live Auction & Paddle Raise
Bid on signature experiences, then raise your paddle to fund the next room.
- 9:00PM
Music & Dancing
COT Latin Band takes the stage with professional dancers leading the floor.
Tables & Tickets
Sponsor a table, grab individual seats, or back a piece of the night — every dollar lights another room.
Pressenting Sponsor
$50,000- All the benefits of the previous levels plus exclusive naming rights
- On-stage speaking opportunities
- featured in event video & all pre-event promotion
- private meet & greet with featured guests
- two VIP tables
- top billing on all event materials
- first right of renewal for 2027 Gala.
Diamond Sponsor
$25,000- All the benefits of the previous levels plus podium recognition
- premium logo placement on all major materials
- dedicated social media spotlight post
- VIP reception access for guests
- meet & greet photo opportunity with featured family or talent
- two VIP tables
Platinum Sponsor
$15,000- All the benefits of the previous levels plus one VIP table
- logo in pre-event email promotion
- recognition in event slideshow & video
- logo on step-and-repeat & photo backgroup
Gold Sponsor
$10,000- All the benefits of the previous levels plus preferred table placement
- verbal recognition from stage
- two social media mentions
- enhanced logo placement on signage & website
Silver Sponsor
$6,000- One table
- logo on event website
- one social media mention
- on-screen recognition during event
Add-On Sponsorships
Band & Salsa Dancer Sponsor
$3,500Signage with band placement & social media mention
Signature Cocktail Sponsor
$3,000Signage at cocktail bars
Cigar Rolling Sponsor
$3,000Signage at cigar rolling station
Bidding Paddle Sponsor
$2,500Logo on bidding paddles for live auction
Two Tickets Sponsor
$1,200Two tickets to the 2026 gala
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Sunshine on a Ranney Day is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 45-4773997). Your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Bid From Anywhere.
Help From Everywhere.
The silent auction goes online ahead of the gala — and a direct donation goes the same place every dollar at the gala goes: into a child's room.