Denim and Diamonds Themed Evening of Fundraising and Celebration
Sat, Apr 13, 2024, 6:30 PM –
Sat, Apr 13, 2024, 11:00 PM
America/Chicago (UTC -05:00)
La Cantera Resort and Spa – La Cantera Ballroom
16641 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256, USA
About Us
We welcome you to join us for an unforgettable night of giving and celebration as we host our 2nd Annual Smile Outreach International Auction and Gala!
Our Gala theme this year is Denim and Diamonds 💎 !
All proceeds from ticket sales and the auction will go directly to supporting the mission of Smile Outreach International which has hosted 2 mission projects in 2023 to provide critical dental care and education to underserved communities around the world.
Evening Activities Include:
Welcome Reception: Start the evening with a red carpet entrance and a welcome drink, setting the stage for a night of elegance and purpose.
Plated Dinner: Enjoy the 3 course plated dinner of your selection.
Silent Auction: Bid on a curated collection of unique items and experiences, knowing that each bid contributes to our noble cause.
Live Auction: Get ready for the excitement of a live auction, where high-value items will be auctioned off to the highest bidder in a spirited and engaging atmosphere.
Celebrity Artist, Michael Israel Show
Celebration of Achievements: Take a moment to reflect on the impact of Smile Outreach International’s missions in 2023, with presentations highlighting the critical dental care and education provided to communities in need.
Dancing: Let loose and celebrate the power of giving back with a dance floor ready to welcome all guests. Music and entertainment will keep the energy high as we come together to make a difference.
Networking Opportunities: Engage with other philanthropists, volunteers, and supporters of Smile Outreach International. This event is a prime opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals passionate about making a global impact on dental health.
Join us for an evening of philanthropy and fun, all in the name of creating a brighter and healthier future for those in need.
Tickets
General Attendee
General Attendee SOI Gala Ticket.
Red Carpet Welcome, Dinner, Silent Auction, Live Auction, Painting Auction, and Dancing.
Smile Outreach International (SOI) was born out of the founder, Dr. Mark Costes’s passion for utilizing his skill set and those of his professional colleagues to alleviate some of the pain and suffering that billions of people endure due to untreated dental disease. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, it is estimated that 3.5 billion people worldwide are affected due to the lack of access to dental care.
Smile Outreach International provides dental surgeries and services to underserved populations throughout the Third World several times yearly through volunteer mission trips. These services are provided through a network of volunteer licensed professionals, our incredible donors, and key industry partners.
FTT is a unique and entertaining event that playfully unites the Farm-to-Table culinary trend with a contemporary interpretation of “tableaux vivants” (French for living pictures). Join us for an evening of charity benefiting Ryker’s Rainbow which will feature fresh and locally-sourced dishes, signature cocktails, beer and wine, and the opportunity to experience multiple living tableauxs inspired by Warhol!
What to Expect:
Hor d’oeurves, custom cocktails, local beer and wine to be enjoyed as you explore and step into “tableaux vivants” inspired by Andy Warhol. These vivants will be more than insta-worthy!
Farm-to-Table seated dinner catered by Chupper Time Catering using local and fresh ingredients
Silent and Live Auctions that you will not want to miss (think fun destinations, unique experiences and an array of goodies from local vendors)
Mystere Box Raffle (only 100 raffle tickets sold for a mystery surprise)
Entertainment by well-known speed artist, Michael Israel, who famously painted the 9/11 tribute “Hero”
*Hor d’oeurves, cocktails/wine/beer, and dinner are included in your ticket purchase
*VIP tickets will be available
Our Story.
Hi, we are the Schoff family. Hans, Lacey, Ellis Gray, Adler and Ryker, our beloved Heavenly son.
On June 20, 2020, Ryker was born at 37 weeks and entered into Heaven after we learned that his heart had stopped beating. June 20 was the summer solstice and the longest day of light in the entire year. To us, this was not a coincidence. And when we think of Ryker, we think of Light.
We are incredibly proud of our son and the work that he is doing. We cannot even imagine how beautiful Heaven must be with an angel like him in it and we find peace knowing that when Ryker opened his eyes, the first face he saw was that of Jesus.
We welcome you to follow along in our journey, and thank you for supporting the mission of Ryker’s Rainbow.
We had never seen a casket for a child before, and we hope to never see one again. Having to bury your baby and give him back to the Lord does not fall into what one would expect the natural progression of life to be. Each day brings different challenges and triggers; some we are able to push through and others we must take time to sit in the emotions as they arise.
With no timeline or manual for grief, it can be an isolating space, with many not understanding that both grief and joy can coexist. But it is there, in those joyful moments, where we feel Ryker the most.
Our hope lies in the promise of Heaven and that when we get there, a blue-eyed little boy will greet us with the hugs and kisses we so yearn for, and it will be then, that we will fully understand why Ryker was called into eternity before us. Until that day, we pray that we are vessels used to shine the hope of Heaven to and for others.
Grieving Our Son.
Light extinguishes darkness, it illuminates and it reveals. It helps us see things clearly, guides as we travel, promotes life and growth. Light warms and comforts, brings peace and calm. Light can pierce through and dispel any kind of darkness. What starts as a single reflection of light can become a full rainbow. And that beautiful light within rainbows reminds us of God’s grace and His faithfulness. No matter the circumstance, His work continues. #BeTheLight
If you know of a family in need of assistance, please reach out to us HERE.
