Youth One: Black Tie Gala - 2025

The need for affordable, safe, and supportive programs for youth is greater than ever. That's why Youth One is committed to ensuring all youth and families in Lethbridge have access to prevention and mentorship-based programs, meals, and supports during out-of-school times - at no finanical barrier. Will you join us in this mission?

When: Saturday, March 29th, 2025

Where: Sandman Signature- Grand Ballroom

Theme Style: Modern / Cocktail / Light / Botanical

Dress Code: Smart Casual, Black Tie/Bolo Tie (Have fun with it)

A modern event that is fresh, fun, empowering! You will leave knowing exactly where your support is going and how it is impacting youth and families in Lethbridge.

Here is a little taste of what to expect:

• A unique live crowdfunding experience featuring tons of balloons!
• VIP treatment for everyone—Red Carpet access for every attendee!
• Complimentary drinks and appetizers upon arrival
• Live Entertainment (details TBA)
• Catering by Prime Catering
• Live Auction and giveaways, with auctioneer Joe Perlich

Interested in becoming an event sponsor? You can download the event sponsor packages here.

This year, we aim to raise $150,000. These funds will provide 100 individual youth with full access to Youth One for an entire year through our Launch Forward Initiative.

For every $1,500 collectively given, one youth receives a full school year of access to daily meals, after-school programs, support services, mentorship, and more.

• White Balloon – For every $100 you give, you'll receive 1 white balloon at your table (representing one month of sponsorship for a youth to attend Youth One).

• Gold Balloon – For every $750 you give, you'll receive 1 gold balloon at your table (representing six months/half a year of sponsorship for a youth).
• Blue Balloon – For every $1,500 you give, you'll receive 1 blue balloon at your table (representing one full year of sponsorship for a youth).

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This year, the title sponsor for the 2025 Black Tie Gala and Youth One's 10th Anniversary is Allied Marketing Group (AMG). Allied Marketing Group consists of 6 feedlot operators which are: Kasco Cattle Company, Stronks Feedlot, KFL Kolk Farms, JF Murray Farms, KCL Cattle Company, and Titan Livestock. AMG has been an integral and valued partner of Youth One for many years. They contribute through various events, weekly volunteering with students, and providing food for our daily meal programs. Recently, AMG was recognized with the Youth One - Youth Impact Award for their longstanding commitment to supporting youth in our community.

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Founded in 2014 in Lethbridge, Youth One was established to address a major gap in many communities: the need for prevention and mentorship-based programs during out-of-school hours - with no financial barrier. In Lethbridge, 1 in every 5 youth grows up in a low-income setting. In Canada, 1 in every 2 youth grows up without a mentor or role model in their life. This lack of support can lead to increased risk factors, such as substance abuse, crime, mental health issues, and school dropout rates.

Research shows that even one positive role model in a young person’s life can dramatically reduce these risks. That’s why we are committed to making sure no youth has to face life’s challenges alone. We believe that when youth are supported to reach their full potential, the future health of our community improves.

Since its inception, Youth One has helped thousands of youth through after-school drop-in programs, support groups, leadership training, food services, life skills development, and more

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Want more info on Youth One? Go to www.youthone.ca

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*Youth One is a project of Bridges of Hope. All applicable donations to Youth One will receive a tax receipt by the end of Feburary in the following year issued by .

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge, 320 Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge, Canada