The Light Shines On - 17th Annual Purple & Gold Gala

We are thrilled to share that the 17th Annual Purple and Gold Gala – The Light Shines On will be held at Rivers Casino in Schenectady, NY, on Friday, March 27, 2026. Each year, this signature event brings our community together to celebrate Christian Brothers Academy’s (CBA) mission, brotherhood, and illuminate the future for our young men.

Last year’s Gala welcomed over 400 guests and raised more than $250,000 from alumni, current and past parents, faculty, staff, and friends of CBA. The generosity and spirit of this community made Bright Night for Brothers truly unforgettable and we can’t wait to do it again! This year, The Light Shines On symbolizes the enduring impact of your support on every CBA student, family, community, and beyond. A Brother for life, devoted to faith, learning, and service.

Your generosity plays a vital role in their journey. Every sponsorship helps ensure that our students have access to exceptional academic programs, athletics, music and performing arts, community service opportunities, leadership development, and critical tuition assistance. Your investment not only shapes their experience today but it lights the path for the future.

BECOME A SPONSOR

CBA is a special place. Our success would not be possible without your support.

Please consider sponsoring the 17th Annual Purple & Gold Gala.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Saint John Baptist de La Salle $10,000

• Name and logo displayed on all event publications
• Recognition on CBA website and social media platforms
• Full-page color advertisement on back cover of the program
• Premier (2) tables and admission for 20 guests
• 1-Hour Private Cocktail

Brother Aloysius Myers Lane $5,000

• Name and logo displayed on all event publications
• Recognition on CBA website and social media platforms
• Full-page color advertisement on inside cover of the program
• Premier table and admission for 10 guests
• 1-Hour Private Cocktail

Airline Drive $3,000

• Name displayed on all event publications
• Recognition on CBA website and social media platforms
• Half-page advertisement in event program
• Table for 6 guests

De La Salle Road $1,000

• Name displayed on all event publications
• Recognition on CBA website and social media platforms
• Admission for 4 guests

Lodge Street $500

• Name displayed on all event publications
• Recognition on CBA website and social media platforms
• Admission for 2 guests

TO BECOME A SPONSOR

SIMPLY COMPLETE THE ONLINE FORM or download and fill out our Sponsorship Form and email to Dawna Schraa at [email protected] or mail to:

Christian Brothers Academy Attention:

Dawna Schraa - 12 Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12205

All gifts are securely processed and gratefully acknowledged

2025 Gala Video