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2024 Shining Bright Gala
November 8 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm CST
We can’t wait to see you on November 8 at the beautiful Minneapolis Event Center – 212 2nd St. SE, Minneapolis!
PHYSICIAN’S SPECIAL! We plan to pamper our amazing physicians this year with a few added benefits and an exclusive seating area for providers. To learn more, email Emma at .
This event features live entertainment, delicious food, a wine raffle, awesome silent and live auctions, and an inspiring evening filled with impact, honor, and hope for a day when lung cancer no longer claims the lives and health of our loved ones. Make sure you join us after the live auction and awards!
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Spectacular Sponsors ($10,000)
Mary & Bill Zimmer 
Dramatic Sponsors ($5,000)
Early Bird Table Sponsors with extra benefits!
Mary Jane Benjamin
Peter and Katie Bucka
Janet and Mark Huss
Stephanie, Connor & Jocelyn Masloski
Interested in becoming a sponsor? View our sponsor benefit chart below.
Sponsor Benefit Chart
Gala Auction Item Donation Form
We are excited to welcome Chris Hrapsky from KARE 11 TV as this year’s emcee!
Chris Hrapsky joined KARE 11 in July of 2014. His work has been recognized by the Minnesota Press Awards for writing and feature news. And he’s received regional Emmy awards for General Assignment Reporting and Arts/Entertainment. We’re incredibly grateful to have Chris back again as the emcee of the Shining Bright Gala. Thank you, Chris, for your continued support of the lung cancer community.
Schedule:
5 p.m. VIP Reception for Sponsors
6 p.m. Happy Hour, Silent Auction, Wine Bottle Spin & Win
7 p.m. Dinner, Welcome, Vigil, Program, Fund-A-Need (gluten-free options available)
8 p.m. Live Auction and Awards
9-10 p.m. Social Hour and Live Music