Waves of Change Cruise
Celebrate 20 Years of Healing and Hope
Join us for an evening where purpose meets celebration as we sail down the Detroit River aboard the luxurious Ovation Yacht. Together, we’ll raise funds for essential services that support survivors of sexual violence while celebrating 20 years of impact.
Enjoy scenic views, an open bar with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and dinner at sunset. The evening will also include a silent auction fundraiser, a special awards presentation honoring our community partners, and a moving slideshow reflecting on two decades of healing and hope.
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM (Boarding begins at 5:30 PM)
Location: Ovation Yacht at Safe Harbor Jefferson Beach Marina
24400 Jefferson Ave, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
Parking: Free onsite
Attire: Cocktail & Evening Attire
Individual Tickets: $175
Register and Purchase Tickets HERE
Your support makes it possible for survivors to access free, compassionate, and life-changing care. We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful evening.
Why Sponsor This Event?
Sponsoring our 20th Anniversary Cruise is an opportunity to:
- Publicly demonstrate your commitment to supporting survivors of sexual violence
- Align your organization with a trusted, mission-driven nonprofit
- Gain meaningful visibility among engaged community members and leaders
- Help ensure critical, life-saving services remain accessible to survivors
Interested in Sponsoring? Contact:
MiVida Burrus
Senior Director of Development
mburrus@avalonhealing.org
(313) 310-9405
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor – $25,000 (1 Available)
- Recognition as Presenting Sponsor of Avalon’s “20th Anniversary Cruise”
- Prominent logo placement on all event materials & signage
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Opportunity to provide brief welcome remarks
- Dedicated social media recognition (minimum of 4 posts)
- Recognition on nonprofit website leading up to the event
- Logo placement in Annual Impact Report
- Reserved VIP table and event tickets for 15 guests
Anchor Sponsor – $10,000
- Logo placement on event materials & signage
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Social media recognition (minimum of 3 posts)
- Recognition in Annual Impact Report
- Reserved table and event tickets for 10 guests
Lighthouse Sponsor – $5,000
- Logo placement on select event materials
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Social media recognition (minimum of 2 posts)
- Recognition in Annual Impact Report
- Reserved half table and event tickets for 6 guests
Harbor Sponsor – $2,500
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Social media recognition (1 post)
- Recognition in Annual Impact Report
- Event tickets for 4 guests
Above Deck Sponsor – $1,000
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Event tickets for 2 guests
Individual Tickets – $175
Purchase Tickets & Sponsorships
Making Waves of Change Together
As Avalon Healing Center celebrates 20 years of healing, hope, and advocacy, we are incredibly grateful to the sponsors who are helping make our Waves of Change: 20th Anniversary Cruise possible.
Our sponsors are more than supporters of an event. They are partners in our mission to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual assault and to build a community where every survivor has access to the support, resources, and healing they deserve.
Their generosity helps Avalon continue delivering comprehensive services, expanding access to care, and advocating for a future where survivors throughout Wayne County and beyond are supported, believed, and empowered.
As we set sail on the Detroit River, we invite you to join us in recognizing the organizations, businesses, and community leaders who are making a lasting impact. Together, we are creating waves of change that extend far beyond this celebration.
Our Sponsors Make a Difference
Every sponsorship represents an investment in healing, hope, and a stronger future for survivors. We are honored to recognize the generous partners who stand alongside Avalon Healing Center and help advance our mission.
From supporting survivor services to strengthening community awareness and advocacy, your partnership helps us move forward with purpose.
Thank you for believing in our mission, investing in survivors, and helping us celebrate 20 years of healing and hope.
Together, we will continue making waves of change for years to come.
- Sep 24 2026
- 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Cost
- $175.00
- 24400 Jefferson Ave, St Clair Shores, MI 48080
Organizer
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Avalon Healing Center
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Phone
1-313-964-9701 -
Email
info@avalonhealing.org -
Website
https://avalonhealing.org Avalon is a non-profit, 501(c)3, comprehensive organization that provides compassionate and trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual assault.