1 Ameristar Blvd.
St. Charles, MO 63301
Join Us for an Incredible Evening at the Shining Light Gala!

Mark your calendars for a night to remember! On March 1, 2025, join us at the stunning Discovery Ballroom at Ameristar Resort and Spa for the Shining Light Gala, an evening filled with inspiration, celebration, and purpose.
Under the dazzling lights, let’s come together to honor resilience, strength, and community while raising vital support for children with visual impairments and their families.
Beyond Limits: Josh’s Story
This year, we are excited to share the story of Josh Fields, an extraordinary young man whose journey with DGCKids embodies resilience and determination. From receiving services as a child to becoming a standout athlete with the St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club and the U.S. Blind Hockey Team, Josh continues to break barriers. Now setting his sights on the Paralympics in Track and Field, his story is a testament to perseverance, passion, and the power of believing in what’s possible. Get ready to be inspired!
Join Us for an Inspiring Evening!

Every sponsorship, ticket purchased, and story shared helps DGCKids continue to provide life-changing services, empowering children to thrive. Let’s make this evening unforgettable—because every child deserves to shine!
For alternative payment options, accommodations, or dietary restrictions, email Lauren Sanders at lsanders@dgckids.org.
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Sponsorships + Tickets are no longer available.
Thank You, Sponsors!
Thank you to our sponsors for making this magical night possible!




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Become a Sponsor
Help us light the way for children with visual impairments and their families by becoming a gala sponsor. Choose a sponsorship level that fits your commitment to making a difference. Click HERE to view the Shining Light Gala Sponsorship packet.
To ensure inclusion in the printed gala invitation, sponsorship commitments must be made by December 30, 2024.
For details on sponsorships, contact Sara Pool at spool@dgckids.org or call 314-289-1506.
- 20 VIP tickets
- Logo/Name on invitation and event program*
- Event signage
- Social media recognition
- Acknowledgement during the program
- 10 VIP tickets
- Logo/Name on invitation*
- Event signage
- Social media recognition
- Acknowledgement during the program
- 10 VIP tickets
- Logo/Name on invitation*
- Event signage
- Acknowledgement during the program
- 10 tickets
- Logo/Name on invitation*
- Website recognition
- Event signage