Where Second Chances Take Root and Lives Begin to Grow
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 5:30 PM
The Abbott | Kansas City, MO
You're Invited!
Dear friend,
Second chances don't happen by accident. They happen because people like you believe that a person's worst mistake should not define the rest of their life. That belief is what powers Journey to New Life — and it's why we invite you to join us for an evening of hope, community, and celebration.
Please join us on Thursday, April 23, at The Abbott for Seeds of Change: Where Second Chances Take Root and Lives Begin to Grow. Together, we'll honor the seeds of change planted this year and the lives now in full bloom.
An Evening to Remember
Emceed by Former Mayor Sly James – We're honored to have Mayor James guide us through an unforgettable evening
"In Full Bloom" Client Panel – Hear powerful firsthand stories from Journey to New Life participants who are living proof that second chances transform lives
Live & Silent Auctions – Bid on incredible experiences and unique items
Community & Connection – Celebrate with fellow supporters who believe in restoration and hope
Delicious Dinner & Drinks – Enjoy an elegant evening with friends over dinner from the Westside Local
Why Your Presence Matters
Last year alone, Journey to New Life:
Served 1,252 individuals returning from incarceration
Helped 275 individuals secure employment with 90% job placement
Achieved a less than 6% return-to-incarceration rate – outperforming state and national averages
Every $1 invested generates $3.11 in social and economic value for our community. Your support builds safer neighborhoods, stronger families, and a more stable Kansas City workforce.
Tickets & Sponsorships
Level
Investment
Impact & Benefits
Single Seed (Ticket)
$100
One ticket to an unforgettable evening + dinner, drinks, and auction access. Your single seed of support joins others to create a garden of belonging. Together, we cultivate a community where everyone deserves to bloom.
Seed Partner
$250
Impact: Plants the first seeds of hope by providing essential reentry support — clothing, food, transportation, and a reliable means of communication — for one individual beginning their journey home. Includes: 2 seats + program listing
Root Supporter
$500
Impact: Strengthens early growth by empowering one individual to secure living-wage employment with the guidance of a dedicated Career Coach. Includes: 4 seats + program listing
Growth Champion
$1,000
Impact: Removes barriers to stability by providing rental assistance to help one individual transition successfully into independent living. Includes: 8 seats + program listing + on-screen recognition
Community Gardener
$2,500
Impact: Strengthens the soil of connection and belonging by supporting sober community spaces where individuals can heal, grow, and build supportive relationships. Includes: Table for 10 + program recognition + social media appreciation + on-screen recognition
Cultivator of Growth
$5,000
Impact: Helps lives take root by providing one individual with a full year of non-residential services, including case management, employment support, and rental assistance. Includes: Table for 10 + half-page ad + social media appreciation + on-screen recognition
Garden Steward
$10,000
Impact: Tends and nurtures new beginnings by supporting one woman through a life-changing six-month stay at Journey House or Peace House, including housing, meals, and wrap-around reentry services. Includes: Table for 10 + full-page ad + dedicated social feature + on-screen recognition
Harvest Partner
$15,000
Impact: Brings growth to fruition by strengthening the full ecosystem of support that helps second chances take root and thrive across all of Journey's programs. Includes: Premium table & seating for 10 + full-page ad + dedicated social feature & website spotlight + on-screen promotion & prominent recognition at event
Legacy Planter
$25,000
Impact: Plants the deepest roots for lasting transformation, providing foundational support that allows countless second chances to grow into stable, independent lives. Includes: Two premium tables & seating for 16 + full-page ad + dedicated social feature & website spotlight + exclusive stand-alone on-screen promotion & prominent recognition at event
All sponsorships must be submitted by March 23, 2026.
Get Your Tickets or Sponsorship Today
Your presence plants hope. Your support changes lives.
