Get Out Of Dodge For One Unforgettable Night At The Madison Education Foundation’s Fall 2017 “Around The W

Pack Your Bags And Get Out Of Dodge For One Unforgettable Night At The Madison Education Foundation’s Fall 2017 “Around The World” Gala

Madison, N.J. (Sept. 29, 2017) – The Madison Education Foundation (MEF) invites the Madison community to get out of Dodge for one unforgettable night on November 3rd, 2017 at the “Around the World” Gala for a fun-filled night of food, friends, and festivities at The Westin Governor Morris. The annual fall fundraising event organized by MEF raises money to award educational enrichment grants to teachers and staff members in the Madison, NJ public schools.

“We’re thrilled to host the Gala this year at the Westin Governor Morris,” said Clare Sievers, MEF Co-President. “They’ve been a terrific partner, and we’re excited to be in a such a gorgeous space for this special night.”

The Gala will include a silent auction, tricky tray, wine pull, photo booth, and “Golden Ticket Trip” raffle with a prize of a luxurious four night/five day all-inclusive stay the Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun. The event will also feature live music from Madison’s own local band, What’s What. Invitations have been mailed district-wide, and registration is available at the door and online at www.501auctions.com/mefgala for a cost $85 per person, which includes all food and beverages. Golden Tickets are $20 each and will be sold online, at the event, and at Bottle Hill Day on October 7, 2017.

“Our sponsors have gone above and beyond to make this year’s Gala our best one yet,” said Gala co-chair Lisa Moro. Major sponsors this year include the Avenue Travel Group, donor of the “Gold Ticket Trip” raffle prize. In addition, the Escape Room New Jersey will mix up the Gala’s signature “Escape Room Cocktail,” and The Max Challenge will ensure guests capture the unforgettable night in a “Passport” photo booth.

“We have some amazing silent auction items up for grabs this year,” said Gala co-chair Christine Collins. “Because of the generosity of local merchants, community members, and Madison neighborhoods, guests will bid on getaways like a week stay at a New England beach home and a weekend at Sky Top Lodge in the Poconos, hi-tech items like the Amazon Echo Show and an Apple Watch, and local treasures like Madison High School graduation tickets and a Madison Community Pool Membership.”

New to the MEF Gala this year is the implementation of an online bidding service for the silent auction and “Golden Ticket Trip” raffle. “Using an online bidding service means guests can bid on items from the convenience of their smartphones,” said Gala co-chair Sara Burnet. “It’s an easy, fun, and competitive way for guests to participate whether they can attend the event or not.” The silent auction will go live at www.501auctions.com/mefgala approximately 10 days before the event.

Visit www.501auctions.com/mefgala to learn more about the 2017 “Around the World” MEF Gala.

Madison Education Foundation

The Madison Education Foundation (MEF) awards grants to Pre-K-12 teachers for initiatives that energize the creative and academic lives of students but are above and beyond the school budget. Since its inception in 2003, MEF has awarded more than $1,181,000 in grants. MEF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations can be mailed to PO Box 1093 Madison NJ 07940 or submitted online. Visit www.mefnj.org or e-mail info@mefnj.org for more information.

Photo caption: Residents can look forward to receiving a fun, travel-inspired invitation designed to look like a boarding pass ensuring gala goers an exciting experience out on the town and out of Dodge for one unforgettable night!