October 5, 2023

6:00 PM Cocktail Reception

7:00 PM Dinner and Program

10:00 PM Program End

Complimentary Valet Parking

Join us for a night of hope and inspiration at our 7th Annual Illumination Gala! This year’s theme is “Leading Our Kids To Brighter Days.” This gala is not just a celebration, but a powerful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our youth. Immerse yourself in an enchanting atmosphere at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis, where every detail is designed to inspire and uplift. From captivating youth artwork on display to heartwarming stories and much more, this gala promises to be an unforgettable experience. We expect another sell-out event this year, so please mark your calendar, invite your friends, and purchase your tickets today. Together, we can create a world where every young person feels seen, heard, and supported. We look forward to seeing you there!

CHADS Annual Trivia Night

May 19, 2023 at Moolah Shrine Hall  12545 Fee Fee Road, 63146

We have officially SOLD OUT tables for this event! Thank you so much for your support!

CHADS Coalition for Mental Health cordially invites you to our fourth annual Illumination Gala, held live at 7 p.m. on Sunday, September 13th. This year, to keep our guests and community members safe, the gala will be held live virtually via an online video platform streamed from our website. The night will still be one to remember, with plenty of opportunities to learn about how CHADS helps youth struggling with mental health issues and opportunities to help support our mission. To learn more about the event, and how and when to log on, check out our Frequently Asked Questions below.

FAQ

What is a virtual gala? For everyone's health and safety, instead of gathering for a large in-person celebration, we are hosting a one-hour live program online. We will be featuring remarks by CHADS supporters and employees, videos, a Fund-A-Need, and the opportunity to Light Up the Night together, while apart. You will be able to watch from the comfort of your home, on an online video platform streamed from our website.  The gala will be streamed live which means you will not be able to rewind or fast forward, so we encourage you to login early to "check your tech" and watch our pre-show, before the program begins promptly at 7pm.  

How do virtual tables work? When you purchase a table, you and up to 9 additional guests will be given access to the live event.  Each household will receive a special gift. If deemed safe at the time of our event, you may want to host a small in-person gathering with our "table" and experience the event together.

How do I tune into the Live Event? The live video will be posted at the top of this page.  Reminder emails will be sent the week of the event that will include a link to this page. You simply need internet access and a screen (preferably a computer or TV) to watch the program.

Will you be able to see me? No, video will not be available for attendees.  

What should I wear?  It is entirely up to you! If you'd like, you can dress up in cocktail attire, as if this was an in-person event, or you can enjoy the opportunity to participate in the event in your pajamas (or something in between).

How do I pledge in the Fund-A-Need?  Attendees will receive a link during the event to make a commitment to support CHADS. There will also be a phone number you can call to pledge your support.

Where do funds go? Funds will support CHADS life-saving programs during the coming school year. They will support our efforts to reach kids however we are able, whether that is virtually or in-person.

Will there be a recording available? Yes! We will post a link after the event and email the link to all attendees. 

How will I receive the special gift? Gifts will be hand delivered (or mailed for non-local attendees) by CHADS.  We will be taking measures to ensure these are delivered safely. 

Liz Longley is back and she's got a brand new album!!!!

Best known for her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice, Liz Longley is an accomplished singer-songwriter based out of Nashville. Known for her deeply emotional music, Longley has earned accolades from some of the most prestigious songwriting competitions in the country, including the BMI John Lennon Songwriting Scholarship Competition.

All proceeds benefit CHADS Coalition for Mental Health

Get your tickets now for the St. Louis premiere of the groundbreaking film Do No Harm, about the hidden epidemic of physician suicide and burnout and the link to patient safety. It will be showing for two nights only, October 15th and 16th, and seating will be limited!!

After the film will be a Q&A with the two-time Emmy winner director Robyn Symon and stars of the film John & Michelle Dietl, who serve on the CHADS Board of Directors and as co-chair of our upcoming Gala, respectively.

Tickets available online only

The 11th Annual "Light the Darkness" Suicide Prevention Fundraiser is being held on September 21st, 2019 at Saint Ferdinand Park in Florissant. This event, inspired by the Florissant Youth Advisory Commission and held in memory of a local teen, Alex McArthur, who passed away in 2007, includes several fun activities for the family. See below for a schedule of events.

5:00P Family Fun Fair
Includes raffles, 50/50, glow item sales, exhibitors, face painting and more! Food vendors will also be present and will be donating a percentage of their sales back to the organizations. Some activities will be free and some will carry a small fee. All of the money raised will be donated to the Eastern MO Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and CHADS Coalition for Mental Health.

5:30P-7:00P Free Concert in the Park
Enjoy a free concert at Saint Ferdinand Park by the lake at the bandstand by the band Fanfare. Fanfare plays a variety of styles of music with a great deal of, well…FANFARE! Fanfare features the lead vocalist Kittie Moller whose vocals will capture and enthrall you. The music they play will take you all over the sound spectrum with music that includes Motown, R&B, Classic Rock, Disco, Pop, Country, Standards & Jazz, Big Band and music of today.

7:15P Glow Run 5K/1 Mi
The annual Glow Run 5K/1 Mile is sure to be a hit with the family. Registered participants will receive an event shirt (sizes only guaranteed for those who register through SEP 1), fun glow give aways and a custom glow in the dark finishers medal. Pre register online by visiting https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Florissant/LightTheDarkness
or register in person at either Florissant Community Center.
Day of registration will be accepted at Pavilion 4 in Saint Ferdinand Park from 5-7P. The race course features fun lighted and glowing decorations. The event is not timed so runners and walkers alike can enjoy themselves and take in the glowing decorations at their own pace.

All of the events above, including a softball tournament on SEP 14 are put on to raise money for two local mental health and suicide prevention organizations to help fund outreach programs in our local schools.

We are proud to announce the 3rd annual Illumination Ball for CHADS Coalition. During this spectacular evening, you’ll get the chance to experience the many ways in which CHADS lights up the lives of the kids in our community!

During the gala, we will provide an elegant meal with an open bar. A heartwarming video will showcase one of our CHADS families and share the impact the agency is making on the children and families we serve.

The evening will also include a live auction with specialty items, including gift packages, hotel stays, sports tickets, and a host of other fabulous bidding options. Incredible local musicians will offer entertainment and dancing, and we will have a special surprise to end our wonderful evening.

Get your table reserved now!

Come celebrate the 9th annual Mike Mullen Day at Alpha Brewing Company, May 18, 2019, from 12 pm to 5 pm. This year we will be raising money for Little Patriots Embraced, Saving G.R.A.C.E, CHADS Coalition for Mental Health, and New Dimensions Soccer.

Eat and Drink and raise money for a cause. Hot Soup and Mt. Thelonious will be performing.

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This year, we luau!...at the 9th annual CHADS Trivia Night! As always, there will be prizes for table decorations and trivia winners, an open bar, and a silent auction.

DOORS OPEN: 6:00 PM, TRIVIA STARTS: 7:00 PM 

Questions? Email or call Joan at joan@chadscoalition.org or 314.954.5438 

Register online
View the flyer and register by mail

For tickets to the April 26th show, contact 
Marian McCord at 314.952.2046.

CHADS Coalition for Mental Health
4121 Union Road, Ste. 224
St. Louis, MO 63129   

Friday April 19, 2019
9:00am—12:00pm 

Tickets