Friday, May 15th   ·   6:00 – 10:00 PM   ·   The Cedar Room   ·   Charleston, SC
Going Places 2026 Gala
Going Places 2026 Gala

Friday, May 15th  ·  6:00 – 10:00 PM

The Cedar Room  ·  Charleston, SC

A Note from Our Founder

This year's gala has one clear, powerful goal:
to raise the funds for 2,500 bikes

A massive milestone on our path to delivering 2,500 bikes across four bike reveals in 2026.

Each bike represents more than transportation. It represents freedom, confidence, joy, and possibility for a child who has been waiting far too long to feel them.

This gala is where momentum is built. Where generosity turns into impact. Where one extraordinary night fuels an entire year of transformation.

We're launching an epic year for Going Places and the children whose lives will be forever changed by your belief in their potential.

Katie Blomquist

Founder and Executive Director

A child rides their first bike

Every $175 gives a child their first ride.

The Cedar Room
The Venue

An Unforgettable Night in the Heart of Charleston

The Cedar Room will be transformed into a breathtaking space — deep candlelight, rich florals, marquee lights, ice sculpture luge bar, and 250 guests gathered for one shared mission.

An unforgettable evening that will include a plated dinner, caviar tasting, cigar rolling, a garden wall cocktail experience, valet parking, a live and silent auction, open bar, live music, and more!

Discover The Night →
Our Impact

Every Bike Changes a Life

Your dollars directly buy bikes, helmets, locks, and pumps for disadvantaged kids. Each bike represents freedom, confidence, joy, and possibility.

5,583+

Bikes Gifted Since 2017

$175

One Complete Ride
(Bike + Lock + Helmet + Pump)

250

Guests Expected

The Gala
The Program

How Your Sponsorship Comes to Life

6:00 PM — Cocktail hour with ice sculpture luge, garden wall cocktails, caviar, and live cigars.

7:30 PM — The mission story. The moment the room shifts from celebration to purpose.

8:00 PM — The live auction. Paddles up. Energy at its peak.

9:00 PM — Warrick McZeke live. Dancing. The 360 photo booth.

10:00 PM — Closing champagne toast. 2,500 bikes funded.

Do you remember the first time you rode a bike?
Every child deserves that same joy.

Your Gala Team

Let's Build Joy Together

Questions about sponsorships, Legacy Partner Tickets, or tables? Reach out to any of us directly.

Andrew Svetliza
Andrew Svetliza
Gala Team
[email protected] (854) 222-4248
Claire Ansell
Claire Ansell
Gala Team
[email protected] (854) 222-5198
Katie Blomquist
Founder & Executive Director
[email protected] (224) 715-5156
Kat Leitner
Payment & Logistics
[email protected] (843) 278-2860

Give a Bike. Give Joy.

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