Please join Challenge Alaska in January for our annual gala and charity auction! As you know, Challenge Alaska is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with disabilities, their families, and the community through adaptive sports, therapeutic recreation, and education. We’re excited to welcome 680+ guests to our event!
Tumble down the rabbit hole with us for a night of whimsical wonder at Challenge Alaska’s annual gala! This year’s Alice in Wonderland theme promises an enchanting evening filled with curious surprises, vibrant characters, and a touch of mystery. Guests will enjoy a delicious dinner, a cash bar, and exhilarating silent and live auctions—all set against a magical, dreamlike backdrop. Doors open at 5:30pm for drinks and the silent auction, with dinner and the live auction beginning at 7:00pm.
We invite you to lean into the fun with your most imaginative Wonderland-inspired attire. Whether you arrive as a bold Queen of Hearts, a dapper Mad Hatter, or simply as yourself with a curious spirit, you’ll be part of a joyful evening supporting Challenge Alaska’s mission to empower individuals living with disabilities. Expect a night of playful elegance, bright colors, and delightful surprises—all in the name of inclusion, community, and adventure. Make a night of it by snagging a room at the Hotel Captain Cook.
When & Where
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
January 31, 2026
5:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Evening Schedule
5:30 pm
Doors Open
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5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Silent Auction & Cocktails
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7:00 pm
Dinner and Live Auction
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9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Boogy!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Challenge Alaska's programs are supported by our incredible community partners. We hope you will consider supporting Alaskans with disabilities by becoming an event sponsor!
GOLD: $10,000
Banner placement at Challenge Alaska’s Keil Center for all of 2025
Full page advertisement in Gala Auction Booklets
Social Media Shoutout (Instagram & Facebook)
Large Logo in Gala Auction Booklets
Large Logo on Challenge Alaska Website
Large Logo on Event Signage
Logo in Newsletter
Verbal Recognition by the emcee before the live auction
VIP Seating & dinner for a table of 10 guests
SILVER: $5,000
Banner placement at Challenge Alaska’s Keil Center during Spring Fling Week (April)
1/2-page advertisement in Gala Auction Booklets
Medium Logo in Gala Auction Booklets
Medium Logo on Challenge Alaska Website
Medium Logo on event signage
Logo in Newsletter
Verbal Recognition by the Emcee before the live auction
Preferred Seating & dinner for a table of 10 guests
BRONZE: $3,000
Company Name in Gala Auction Booklets
Small Logo on Challenge Alaska Website
Company Name on Event Signage
Company Name in Newsletter
Dinner for a table of 10 guests
Contact Mariel via email or at 907-344-7399 x 7 if you're interested in becoming a corporate sponsor.
How you can help:
- A donation of something spectacular to add to our Live or Silent Auctions
- Become an event sponsor
- Purchase tickets to attend (available in January)
- Buy a one-page advertisement in our bidding booklets
- Donate wine for our wine pull or auction
- Donate baskets to package our silent auction items
- Volunteer at the event or with administrative assistance leading up to the event
How your donation will be recognized:
- You will be listed in the event programs
- Your donations may be Tax deductible using our non-profit ID #92-0080897
It is our hope that you would consider supporting Alaskans with disabilities by choosing to participate in our event. For more information regarding sponsorship, admissions, donations and other opportunities for this event, please contact Mariel Ballew.
We are truly grateful for our Event Sponsors! Your support helps people living with disabilities all year round. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
Coffman Engineers
Friends of Beau
Mt. Magnificent Wellness
Starbright South Early Learning Center
Team Elena
Team Naya
Team Naya 2.0
The Beethe Family
The Hufford Family
The Spuhler-Popiel Family
Live Auction Item Donors
Achieve Tahoe | Alaska Airlines | Delta Air Lines | Lisa & Todd Fletcher | Pat & Dave Hufford
Silent Auction Item Donors
AIH | AK Wild Bags | Alaska Dinner Factory | Alaska EBike | Alaska Mill and Feed | Alaska Rainmaker | Alaska Wildland Adventures | Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center | Allen and Peterson | Allocated | Anchorage Log Cabin Quilters | Anchorage Opera | Anchorage Rumble Boxing | Anchorage Symphony | Aspire Med Spa | B&J Sporting Goods | Backcountry Bike & Ski | Bass Pro Shop | Bloom by Kali | Blue & Gold Boardshop | Brian Seitz | Cabin Fever | Camilla & Dave Seifert | Charlie Renfro Photography | Chosen Creations AK | Color Art | Chromatic Crystal | Dave Caravahlo | Denali Dreams Soap Co. | Doug Kossler | Edgewater Inn | Elizabeth Ellis | ENSTAR Natural Gas | Far North Fashion | Fortson Dermatology Center | Found Me By The Sea | Great Harvest Bread Company | Greatland Clay Design | Grizzly Family Fitness | Hullaballew Designs | Husky Homestead | Jennifer Reeves | Kanady Chiropractic | Kate Weisler | Lori Boltz | Magdell Levin | Major Marine Tours | Malia Skriloff | Matt Yoder | Mayor's Charity Ball | Michelle Keller | Midnight Sun Brewing Company | Motley Moo Creamery | Musk Ox Farm | New Wave Adventures | NOVA Alaska | Nova Eye Care | Odd Man Rush Brewing | Onsite Brewing Company | Parliament Chiropractic | Raien Emery | Powder Hound Ski & Bike Shop | Salon Dimitri | Tayler Made Designs | That Feeling Co. | The Chrismore Family | Treeforms Furniture Gallery | Turkish Delight | Wilferd and Elsie Versfeld
Challenge Alaska is a
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
EIN: 92-0080897
ANCHORAGE:
740 Bonanza Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99518
P: 907-344-7399
F: 907-344-7349
E: info@challengealaska.org
GIRDWOOD:
426 Crystal Mountain Road (Mailing: PO Box 1166)
Girdwood, AK 99587
P: 907-783-2925
F: 907-344-7349
E: ski@challengealaska.org
