Friends of SMEC Gala
Gala/Party for People Supporting Independent Living And Leisure/ Friends of SMECApr 04, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
As a valued supporter of Friends of SMEC, I am reaching out to invite you to join us in supporting our upcoming fundraiser. Friends of SMEC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing services for children and adults with disabilities. We proudly serve individuals across New Bedford, Fairhaven, Acushnet, Dartmouth, Rochester, Marion, Fall River, Mattapoisett, Lakeville, and Freetown.
Our dedicated Board of Directors, primarily made up of parents of students and consumers, works tirelessly to plan fundraising events, host educational activities, and enhance our community outreach efforts. Your generous support directly impacts the lives of individuals with disabilities. Contributions help provide essential services, such as:
Interest-free loans for individuals transitioning to independent living
Transportation and activity tickets for work and community involvement
Chaperones for young adults on outings
Field trips and classroom equipment
Every dollar raised supports our programs, with all administrative costs covered by volunteers.
Join us for a memorable evening as we celebrate SMEC’s 50th Anniversary at our Golden Anniversary Gala on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the Seaport Inn! This milestone marks five decades of empowering individuals with disabilities and fostering innovation within our community. The evening will honor the dedication of our staff, students, families, and supporters who have been vital to SMEC’s success.
We would be grateful for your donation of a gift or gift card for our auction or raffle. Your generosity will be recognized in our printed program.
In addition to donations, we are offering advertising opportunities in the printed Dance Program. You can purchase an ad to promote your business or send a personal message to a loved one. The pricing for ads is as follows:
$25 for a ¼ page
$50 for a ½ page
$100 for a full-page ad
$200 Table Sponsor- You will be listed on a table the evening of the event
$500 Event Sponsor- You will be listed on two tables and you will be listed on social media
If you would like to contribute, purchase an ad, or volunteer with Friends of SMEC, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. We are grateful for your support and hope to see you at the Gala. On behalf of the Collaborative and Friends of SMEC, thank you for helping us create a brighter future for our students and consumers.
Sincerely,
Sherri Tetrault | (508) 717-1932 | 501(c)(3) #31-1612034