Great Futures Gala

Presented by

Everyone deserves a chance to fly!

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area invites you to a WICKED good time at the 2025 Great Futures Gala: Defying Gravity on Thursday, October 30 at the Franklin Plaza, 4 Fourth St, Troy, NY. The Land of Oz opens at 6:00 PM to an enchanted evening filled with:

A complimentary cocktail reception with signature Ozmopolitan.
Live entertainment and performances by talented Club teens.
Exciting raffles and auctions with chances to win a Hot Air Balloon Adventure, premium tickets to see WICKED at Proctors, overnight stays, and more.
Dinner, dancing, and the chance to mingle with friends, supporters, and community leaders - all while supporting kids and teens across the Capital Area.

Event attire is Emerald City elegance.

Secure your seat today and be part of a night where our youth take the spotlight!

All proceeds will directly support our programs that uplift, inspire, and prepare the youth we serve to be leaders of their generation. By providing a safe haven for kids & teens every day after school we can develop character-minded individuals who become productive citizens within our community.

Please note that all ticket sales close on 10/22/25. See all of the ticket and sponsor options below! Prefer a printable PDF? Download the Gala ticket and sponsor form.

Tickets & Sponsors

GENERAL ADMISSION:

Munchkin $150

General admission ticket includes cocktail hour, dinner and entertainment.

HONORARY ELPHABA:

Single $200

Admission for one with priority seating and complimentary wine, recognition on website & event slideshow and an Elphaba hat.

Couple $375

Admission for two with priority seating and complimentary wine, recognition on website & event slideshow and two Elphaba hats

Ticket purchase process will include entree selection and the opportunity to pre-purchase our WICKED raffle tickets:

Tickets

SPONSOR OPTIONS:

Glinda $10,000
Presenting Sponsor recognition in all marketing and on our website, table for 10 with priority seating and complimentary wine, 3 social media posts, plus event signage and slideshow.

Scarecrow $5,000
Table for 8 with priority seating and complimentary wine, 2 social media posts, website recognition plus event signage and slideshow.

Tin Man $2,500
Admission for 6, 1 social media post, website recognition plus event signage and slideshow.

Lion $1,000
Admission for 4, website recognition plus event signage and slideshow.

Wizard $500
Admission for 2, website recognition plus event signage and slideshow.