Support Our Neighborhood Dreamers: Lights, Camera, Auction! Gala

The red carpet is ready. The lights are going up. And you’re invited!

As Dream School of the Arts enters its third academic year, we’re excited to announce our inaugural fundraising gala: Lights, Camera, Auction!

Taking place Saturday, September 26, our gala brings supporters together for an evening of celebration while our in-person and online auction raise critical funds to help Dream School students learn, grow, and thrive. We hope you join us!

The evening includes bites, drinks, music, dancing, and auction excitement. Your ticket helps keep Dream School’s programming 100% free for families, providing upper elementary students with opportunities to discover their A-HA—Arts, Healthy Living & Academic Enrichment.

The Main Event

Bid on incredible items and experiences during our live and silent auctions, then stick around for music, dancing, and photobooth fun! Live auction ends at 8:30 PM, giving you plenty of time to collect your winning items, hit the dance floor, and celebrate until 10 PM.

Tickets include: Event admission, drink ticket, heavy appetizers, premier parking, live and silent auctions, DJ, dancing, photo booths, and more! 

This Night Makes a Difference

Every dollar raised supports Dream School of the Arts and helps us keep our programming free for families. Dream School provides students with opportunities including: Guitar & Piano Lessons, Arts Enrichment, Fitness & Running Club, Mental Health & Wellness Workshops, Academic Support.  

Want to make an even bigger impact? We’re looking for auction donations and event sponsors to create an auction that fuels creativity, confidence, and belonging for Dream School students. Have an auction-worthy item, experience, business connection, or sponsorship opportunity to share? Let us know by emailing  or visiting Dream School's gala webpage. 

New to the Dream?

Dream School of the Arts is an inclusive Normal Heights community center where upper elementary students discover their A-HA! (Arts, Healthy Living, and Academic Enrichment). Powered by a passionate network of student interns, adult volunteers, and community partners, our innovative model embeds real-world mentorship directly into daily learning. Together, we cultivate the next generation of leaders by fostering the athletic, creative, and academic confidence they need to pursue their dreams. Learn more about Dream School of the Arts at dsoasd.org or follow @dsoasd on Instagram.

 

Dream School of the Arts is a program of First United Methodist Church of San Diego, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 95-2146850. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.