2026 Annual Dinner

Saturday, May 16, 2026
6:30 PM | State Savings Bank, Detroit

Event Chairs
Tonya & Louis Allen and
Brittany & Adam Levinson

EVERY MEANINGFUL CHANGE BEGINS WITH A SINGLE ACTION

Ten years ago, Detroit Children’s Fund received its first donation, sparked by the vision and commitment of our founding board members. Like a ripple across water, that initial moment of generosity has grown outward: impacting thousands of students, strengthening schools, and creating opportunities far beyond where it began.

This year's Annual Dinner, The Ripple Effect, celebrates a decade of investing in public education in Detroit, and the collective force that made it possible. Together, we’ve built momentum that continues to expand -- empowering children, uplifting families, and shaping a stronger future for our city.

Join us as we honor the impact of the past ten years... and help us create the next wave of change.

JOIN US

Become a Sponsor

Join us as a sponsor and enjoy an unforgettable evening of elegant dining and live entertainment, while experiencing the impact of our work and the progress made over the past decade.

Your donation will help us support DCF-funded schools as they sculpt brighter futures for their students through a quality education.

Benefits include:
- 12 tickets to the event with priority seating
- Logo on event invitation, signage and website
Benefits include:
- 10 tickets to the event with priority seating
- Logo on event invitation, signage and website
Benefits include:
- 10 tickets to the event with priority seating
- Logo on event invitation, signage and website
Benefits include:
- 6 tickets to the event with priority seating
- Logo on event invitation, signage and website
Benefits include:
- 4 tickets to the event
- Recognition on event signage and website
Benefits include:
- 2 tickets to the event
- Recognition on event signage and website

Become a Sponsor

Frequently Asked Questions

Doors open at 6:30pm. The evening will begin with a strolling cocktail reception, followed by a seated dinner and program. An after-party will follow. See below for a full evening agenda:
6:30 PM Cocktail Reception
8:00 PM Dinner & Program
9:30 PM After Party
12:00 AM Event Concludes
Attire is “Detroit Chic” cocktail attire. Think cocktail attire with a Detroit twist—refined, confident, and creative.
Guests are encouraged to embrace classic formalwear while incorporating personal style that nods to the city’s bold and distinctive character.
You can become a sponsor by clicking the link above or you may RSVP with your selected donation level by contacting Gabrielle Boyd at (313) 809-1352 or gboyd@detroitchildrensfund.org