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Building Dreams:
Ball Gowns and Blue Jeans 2026

BUY SPONSORSHIPS AND TICKETS HERE!

You’re invited to an exciting evening to celebrate Building Dreams, the annual fundraiser to benefit Eden Centers for Hope and Healing and the clients we serve. This year’s event will start with an exclusive Patron Party for our Sponsors and Patrons before the main event. We are continuing our favorite theme of “Ball Gowns and Blue Jeans.” Our event will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2026. Main Gala tickets are available for $250 and Patron tickets are available for $750—purchase by clicking the button above. 

Eden Centers’ growth would not be possible without the continued support from our friends and supporters. We hope you will join with them in making a difference in the lives of victims who deserve a chance at a better life.

Thank you so much for considering this opportunity to support Eden Centers. We would love to have you join us on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.

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Building Dreams 2025 in the News

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2026 Sponsorship Opportunities*

RHINESTONE COWBOY SIGNATURE SPONSOR $30,000

All general sponsorship benefits, plus 10 tickets for the Patron Party and Gala 

SHINE BRIGHT SPONSOR $12,000

All general sponsorship benefits, plus 8 tickets for the Patron Party and Gala 

ROCK SOLID SPONSOR $6,000

All general sponsorship benefits, plus 6 tickets for the Patron Party and Gala 

THESE BOOTS ARE MADE FOR WALKING SPONSOR $3,500

All general sponsorship benefits, plus 4 tickets for the Patron Party and Gala

FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS SPONSOR $2,500

All general sponsorship benefits, plus 2 tickets for the Patron Party and Gala

General sponsorship benefits include: Recognition as Sponsor on social media, Company logo as Sponsor on all event signage, Company name on event invitation and accompanying collateral materials and Company logo listed as event Sponsor on Eden Centers website (including link back to company website).

*Please purchase Sponsorships prior to August 17 , 2026 to receive the full benefits

For more information on sponsorships, please contact Taylor Pavlovich – tpavlovich@eden-centers.org or 504-321-6824

 

2026 Event Tickets

Patron Level Tickets* – $750 per person

Main Gala Tickets – $250 per person

*Please purchase Patron Level Tickets prior to August 17, 2026 to receive the full benefits

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Over the past nearly 20 years, Ayame Dinkler has applied her passion for advocacy, strategic growth and public policy to advance missions in both the public and private sector. With a wealth of experience in strategic advisory, government affairs, coalition building, brand positioning, and complex regulatory and legislative challenges, Ayame has delivered results for local government, federal government, business, and non-profit organizations. 

I’m deeply mission driven and have a passion to help end human trafficking, ensuring justice, and empowering survivors.