Wonderfully Made Gala & Talent Show

About this event

Join Empower Society 21, Inc. for our signature Wonderfully Made Gala & Talent Show, a powerful daytime experience designed for families, individuals of all ages, and community champions to gather, celebrate, and move inclusion forward.

This is more than an event.

This is a statement.

It exists to:

Celebrate individuals with Down syndrome, autism, and other abilities

Create a space where families feel seen, welcomed, and empowered

Honor the legacy of our beloved co-founder, Tinesha, whose life embodied joy, love, and inclusion

Fund life-changing programs including life skills training, family empowerment, and college & career exposure experiences

Every step taken in sneakers is a declaration:

All Things Are Possible.

Dress Code: Sneakers + Style

Put on your tux, grab your gown, and rock your freshest sneakers !

This one-of-a-kind gala honors individuals with Down syndrome, autism, and other abilities who remind us all that they are not only seen, but Wonderfully Made . This event is part of Our Officially Wonderfully Made Day in Illinois, which recognizes and celebrates these individuals and their accomplishments!

What You’ll Experience

Enjoy an unforgettable day of:

• Red carpet entrance & photo ops

• DJ + dancing

• Ambassador highlights

• Powerful testimonials

• Lunch & desserts

• Fundraising raffles!

Connection with families, advocates, and partners

Who This Event Is For

• Individuals with Down syndrome, autism, and other abilities

• Parents, siblings, grandparents, and caregivers

• Educators, therapists, and service providers

• Community leaders, advocates, and supporters

• Anyone who believes inclusion should be celebrated, not explained

Raffle Tickets

Your participation directly supports:

• Life skills and independence programs

• College and career exposure opportunities

• Parent, sibling, and caregiver empowerment workshops

• Inclusive community events and resources

💛 Family & group pricing available💛 Business, nonprofit, and corporate sponsorships welcomed

💙 Proceeds support Empower Society 21's programs from parent, sibling, educator, art workshops, empowerment and tech training programs, advocacy, public policy educational support, life skills and college skill readiness, to college tours, your ticket helps fund life-changing impact .

“Because every Individual is Wonderfully Made"

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