The annual fundraising event, Evergreen: The Gala for The Morton Arboretum, supports the institution’s vision of a greener, healthier, more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together.
Joy is in our connection to the natural world. It can be found in a sense of discovery, a walk in the woods, a breath of fresh air, and in the wonder and beauty of trees. The Morton Arboretum has fostered joy for more than a century, offering 1,700 acres for enjoyment while making a worldwide impact that improves lives. Join us in leaving an enduring legacy of joy by supporting the 2026 Evergreen Gala.
Thank you to those who supported last year’s event, which raised $800,000 for the Arboretum’s mission. View event photos on Facebook.
2026 Host Committee
Molly and Roman Boed
Barbara Bradford and Bob Sherman
Chris and Susan Burke
Asheesh Goel and Shmaila Tahir
Sponsorship
$30,000 Oak Sponsorship
Two tables of 10 at the September 19 event or one table of 12 at the event and an opportunity to host a private tram experience for your group during the fall color season
Upgraded dinner wine
Logo/name listing on two advance promotional emails
$20,000 Chestnut Sponsorship
One table at the September 19 event
Logo/name listing on one advance promotional email
$10,000 Hawthorn Sponsorship
One table at the September 19 event
All sponsor levels include the following benefits:
2026 Illumination tickets for table guests
One-year Arboretum membership for table guests
Logo/name listing on:
- Dinner table
- Event program
- Event mobile bidding website
- Event web page
- Visitor Center donor recognition wall
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact the Evergreen Gala team at donorrelations@mortonarb.org or 630-725-2177.
If you would like to support the event with an in-kind donation, please complete and submit this form.
Tickets
Tickets for the 2026 Evergreen Gala will be available in June.
Give
Support for the 2026 Evergreen Gala allows the Arboretum to foster lasting connections between trees and people. Inspire joy and grow a love of the natural world with a gift today.
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