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Evergreen: The Gala for The Morton Arboretum

Support the Arboretum’s vision for a greener, healthier, more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together.

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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 this year’s Evergreen Gala sponsors.

2026 Host Committee

Molly and Roman Boed

Barbara Bradford and Bob Sherman

Chris and Susan Burke

Asheesh Goel and Shmaila Tahir

Sponsors

Thank you to this year’s Evergreen Gala sponsors.

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

Secure a sponsorship

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

Please support The Morton Arboretum by joining us for the 2026 Evergreen Gala. Help us leave an enduring legacy of joy as, together, we celebrate trees and the natural world.

Purchase event tickets online.

Raffle

Support the Evergreen Gala with the purchase of raffle tickets. Tickets are $75 for each or three for $200.

Purchase raffle tickets online.

 

Moonstone and Diamond Earrings

These drop earrings by Tirisi feature 12.42 carats of elegant grey moonstones surrounded by diamonds and set in 18 karat white gold. Courtesy of A. Marek Fine Jewelry. Value: $4,600.

 

Catered Dinner for Ten

A private, catered three-course dinner for ten guests at the winner’s home, including wine, beer, coffee service, linen, and all table settings. Courtesy of Limelight Catering. Value: $4,999.

 

Tribute Tree

A magnificent tribute tree located within the landscapes of the Arboretum. Value: $2,500.

 

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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