2023 UP & Away Charity Gala

May 4th, 2023

Reception @ 5:30 p.m. | Dinner @ 6:30 p.m.

2023 LOCATION: Macleod Hall, TELUS Convention Centre

GUIDE TO THE GALA - VOLUME 1

The 2023 premier fundraising event of the Unlocking Potential (UP) Foundation, the 2023 UP & Away Charity Gala returns in less than two weeks and we cannot wait to celebrate with you!

Connections matter, and this year we want to show you how your support makes a difference in the lives of the clients we connect with daily.

We cannot wait to celebrate our year with you on May 4th so we're sharing some of the interactive activations and FAQs you will need to make the most of your night.

Please share the following information with your guests or have them visit www.upgala.ca for more information.

A Guide to the Gala Vol. 2 will be shared next week, so be sure to check your inboxes for more details.

INTERACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVE

Sponsored by:

Chip in to Win is our newest activation, and we know it will be a hit. This is FORE anyone looking to increase their chance of winning a fabulous raffle prize. Guests are invited to purchase 1 or 3 balls and chip them for the chance to increase their raffle odds by 5x or 10x.

Balls that land on the lowest grass level result in one entry into the raffle.

Balls that land on the second tier result in five entries into the raffle draw.

Balls that land on the top tier result in 10 entries into the raffle draw.

Every ball/shot purchased = 1 raffle ticket, so even if you choose not to play, you can still enter the raffle.

Take your shot at making an immediate impact as you Chip in to Win!

Sponsored by:



Be the Light is back and for those first-time attendees, it is an interactive competition and challenge for your table. Together, we can bring light into the darkness. Pool your resources and let your light shine! Tiered donations will light up your table.

Sponsored by:

Our Signature Balloon Raffle is known for its frenzied excitement. Balloons are $20 each and cash is preferred. Make sure to stop at an ATM before arriving so you can get your balloons before they're gone!

UP & Away Charity Gala: FAQ

What can I tell my guests about the UP & Away Charity Gala?  

Our fun-filled Gala will include: 

• a fabulous dinner 
• both silent and live auctions 
• three interactive activations including our brand-new golf chip challenge 
• a signature balloon raffle
• a late night piano lounge 

Where’s my Gala ticket? 

Our event is ticket-less and instead, will have a list of guest names at the check-in table upon arrival.

Where can I park?

The Calgary TELUS Convention Centre’s central location makes it easy to find and drive to, with many nearby parking lots and parkades. The preferred parkade is secured, heated and underground, located at 727 1 Street SE (CPA Lot 60 Convention Centre Parkade) You’ll find automated pay machines in the elevator lobby, from which you can then head up to the main level of the CTCC.

What is the dress code?  

Cocktail attire is appropriate.  

Someone at my table has a food allergy. What should I do? 

We will be sending out an email over the next week confirming guest names and any dietary restrictions - keep an eye out for that communication coming your way soon! Event staff will be made aware of who has a dietary restriction or allergy.  

What if I have changes to my guest list?  

Please let Jennifer know via email (jennifer.paulsen@kindred.ca) along with dietary restrictions for your new guest. Please let your new guest know to mention your name or company when they arrive. We’ll do the rest. 

When will I receive my tax receipt?  

Following the UP & Away Charity Gala, you will receive both tax and non-tax receipts for your table/tickets. A portion of your tickets are tax deductible, and a portion non-tax deductible. As per Canada Revenue Agency regulations, we are unable to provide this to you until after the event. In previous years, approximately half of the cost of the ticket was tax deductible.  

Any other questions? 

Email Jennifer at jennifer.paulsen@kindred.ca

Keep up to date with exciting announcements about this year’s Gala:  

www.upgala.ca or check out the social media links below. 

VOLUNTEER FOR THE GALA!

We are still in need of a few volunteers on May 4th, so if you know someone who would like to volunteer you can share the following link with them: Volunteer

To learn more about the Gala visit www.upgala.ca