37th Annual Gala
Westgate Resort
NOVEMBER 22, 2025
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Festival of Trees and Lights
Last Year’s Recap
A Holiday Tradition
Benefitting the needs of our members
The Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada (DSOSN) is proud to announce our signature fundraising celebration, the Festival of Trees and Lights (FOTL) 2025.
This year’s event holds special significance as we honor Dr. Neil Gokal, a compassionate healthcare leader and tireless advocate for individuals with disabilities. In recognition of his enduring legacy of inclusive care, visionary leadership, and unwavering advocacy, Dr. Gokal will be presented with the Nevada Governor’s Annual Lifetime Achievement Award.
Dr. Gokal’s impact has reached communities across Nevada, transforming the landscape of disability rights and healthcare access. His dedication continues to inspire and uplift countless lives.
We invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, gratitude, and giving. Help us honor Dr. Gokal’s extraordinary contributions and support DSOSN’s mission to empower individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
Sponsorship Opportunities
1
Light of the Night Patron Sponsor
$50,000
- Two VIP tables of 10; VIP check-in
- Will be acknowledged as the sponsor for two table for DSOSN Dance Troupe dancers performing at the event
- Full page ad in e-program
- Will be acknowledged as sponsor for DSOSN Art and Dance classes for one year on social media platforms and website
- Company’s name/logo displayed on video monitor throughout the event
- Personal beverage service
- Logo and hyperlink on website
- Company name/logo on DSOSN monthly newsletter for one year
- Name on donor recognition wall at the DSOSN Christopher Smith Learning Center
2
Snowfall Symphony Sponsor
$25,000
- Two VIP tables of 10
- VIP check-in
- Will be acknowledged as sponsor for one table for DSOSN Dance Troupe
dancers performing the event - Full-page ad in e-program
- Will be acknowledged on website for one year as sponsor for the Computer Lab Classes
- Company’s name/logo displayed on video monitor throughout the event and on website
3
Winter Wonderland Sponsor
$15,000
- One VIP table of 10
- VIP Check-in
- Full-page ad in e-program
- Will be acknowledged as sponsor of DSOSN Performing Arts Variety show event on December 5th, 2025
- Company’s name/logo displayed on video monitor throughout the event and on website
4
Mistletoe Sponsor
$10,000
- One VIP table of 10
- VIP check-in
- Full-page ad in e-program
- Will be acknowledged as sponsor for DSOSN Music Therapy Classes for six months
- Company’s name/logo displayed on video monitor throughout the event
5
Enchantment Sponsor
$5,000
- One table of 10
- Full-page ad in e-program
- Company’s name/logo displayed on video monitor throughout the event
6
Starlight Sponsor
$2,500
- One table of 10
- Company’s name/logo displayed on video monitor throughout the event
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
1
Audio/Visual Sponsor
$7,500
- Sponsor’s name/Logo on digital message board at the event and on DSOSN website
2
Bar Sponsor
$7,000
- Logo display at bar
- Name announced at the FOTL event
- Logo on DSOSN website
4
DSOSN Superstars
$2,500
- Sponsor DSOSN Dance Troupe Dancers Performing at the event
5
Tree Display Sponsor
$2,000
- Sponsor the purchase and exquisite decoration of one X-mas tree that will be displayed at the event
7
Wreath Display Sponsor
$500
- Sponsor the decoration of one wreath that will be displayed at the event
From Idea to Spectacular Reality:
The Festival of Trees and Lights
The Festival of Trees and Lights is a long-standing and unique community celebration that was started by the founding members of the DSOSN in 1988. Over the years, the event has become increasingly popular and is now considered one of the most elegant gala events held in Las Vegas during the holiday season. This year, we invite you to be a part of this wonderful tradition, while celebrating Dr. Gokal’s “Unwavering Advocacy” for the disability communities of Southern Nevada.
Join us in this one-of-a-kind holiday season event, and help us to make it a most memorable experience for all, and an unforgettable evening of celebration for Dr. Gokal’s extraordinary contributions to the disability community.
DSOSN Warms Your Heart
During the Holidays
We have tailored this 37th anniversary of the FOTL gala to honor and recognize an unwavering advocate, a compassionate healthcare leader, and a friend of DSOSN, Dr. Neil Gokal.
The elegance of the black-tie event will symbolize the enormity of the moment and the significance of the recognition that will be bestowed upon Dr.Gokal. The opulence of the dinner menu will reflect his exquisite taste for fine cuisine, and the distinguish list of VIP guests will demonstrate his admiration and support not only from his peers, but also from a wide range of senior executives in the medical service industry across Nevada and other western states.
As a special treat, members of our DSOSN-Culture Shock “Awesome Shock” Dance Troupe will demonstrate their artistic and dancing skills in a dynamic opening number at the start of the event. Walking through the winter wonderland forest-display of exquisitely decorated Christmas trees will be an experience to remember. You will enjoy the fun and seasonal festivity in a contageously competive environment of giving that will be created around our new write-in silent auction for the Christmas trees. In other words, this year’s FOTL gala will be like no other, and will reflect the uniquenss of the extraordinary person that we will be celebrating…the very distinguished, Dr. Gokal. We are looking forward to seing you all there.
You Can Support Our Event By Donating Auction Items
This is an invitation for additional support the FOTL event by donating an auction item that befits the occasion. The donated item will be plaved among the miscellaneous silent auction items to be auctioned at the event. To donate an auction item, please click the button below and complete the form provided. Thanks in advance for your generous donation!
To participate in the online silent auction (to be activated in October), please click the auction registration button below.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer Opportunities:
If you are interested in volunteering for FOTL 2024, please click below.
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