Community Foundation of Dunn County announces annual Jeans & Jewels Gala

The Community Foundation of Dunn County (CFDC) and Platinum Sponsor Waznik Heike Group are excited to announce the Jeans & Jewels Gala, taking place on Saturday, November 1, from 5:00 to 9:00 PM at the UW-Stout Memorial Student Center.

The Jeans & Jewels Gala is the CFDC’s only fundraising event of the year, bringing together community members, businesses, and supporters for an evening of fun and philanthropy. All proceeds benefit the Community Foundation of Dunn County’s day-to-day operations so it can continue funding local grants, scholarships, and community initiatives.

Event Highlights Include (but are not limited to):

• Live & Silent Auctions – Bid on unique items, experiences, and gift packages.

• Bucket Raffle & Specialty Raffles – Enter for a chance to win exciting prizes.

• Bubbles & Bling – A sparkling favorite where guests enjoy a glass of champagne, a chocolate-covered strawberry, and the chance to win fine jewelry.

• Dessert Dash – Guests bid as a table for the chance to sprint to snag their favorite sweet treat to enjoy together. The highest bidding table dashes first, followed by the second highest bidding table, and so on until all desserts are claimed.

“This event is not only a wonderful celebration of community spirit, but it’s also one of the most important ways we raise funds to keep supporting local nonprofits, students, and families in Dunn County,” said Executive Director Georgina Tegart. “Every ticket, every donation, and every bid directly helps strengthen our community.”

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now. Guests are also encouraged to donate gift baskets, themed packages, or services to support the auctions and raffles. For more information, visit cfdunncounty.org/jeansandjewels.

Event Details:

• What: Jeans & Jewels Gala – Annual Fundraiser

• When: Saturday, November 1, 2024, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

• Where: UW-Stout Memorial Student Center, Menomonie, WI

• Why: To support the Community Foundation of Dunn County’s mission of strengthening our community through philanthropy

The Jeans & Jewels Gala is proudly sponsored by Platinum Sponsor Waznik Heike Group; Gold Sponsors Burstad Insurance Agency, Cardinal FG Menomonie, WESTconsin Credit Union, and Jim and Lori Lewis; Diamond Sponsors University of Wisconsin-Stout, and Paul Horvath and Megan Bayrd.

Media release.