The Reach for the Stars Gala is the signature fundraising event benefiting Take Stock in Children of Brevard, a program of Brevard Schools Foundation. The gala brings together community leaders, educators, businesses, and supporters to celebrate student success while raising funds for scholarships, mentoring, and college and career readiness services.

The 14th Annual Reach for the Stars Gala will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Hilton Melbourne, located at 200 Rialto Place, Melbourne, FL 32901.

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Additional event details and the evening schedule will be shared with registered guests prior to the event.

An Individual Seat ticket includes admission to the gala, dinner, access to event activities, and participation in the evening’s program. Drink tickets will be available for purchase.

A VIP Individual Seat includes preferred seating, admission to the gala, dinner, and unlimited drink tickets throughout the evening.

Yes. Guests who purchase individual tickets separately may request to be seated together. To request seating accommodation, please contact:

Marci Davis Reed, davis.marci@brevardschools.org, (321) 633-1000 ext. 11756

Seating requests must be submitted no later than Friday, September 4, 2026.

Every effort will be made to accommodate seating requests; however, requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to table availability, event capacity, and the size of the group requesting to be seated together.

Reserved tables are available exclusively through gala sponsorship opportunities. Individual guests may purchase either Individual Seat or VIP Individual Seat tickets.

Businesses, organizations, and individuals may support the gala through a variety of sponsorship levels. Sponsorships include recognition opportunities, event benefits, and VIP seating. Sponsorship details and benefits can be found in the Sponsorship Opportunities section of the website.

Yes. Sponsors who choose not to utilize some or all of their included seats may notify event organizers. Unused seats may be provided to students, mentors, educators, or special guests, and may increase the tax-deductible value of the sponsorship.

Proceeds support Take Stock in Children of Brevard, helping provide scholarships, volunteer mentoring, college readiness support, and student success coaching for students working toward postsecondary education and career success.

Brevard Schools Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax-deductible amounts vary based on sponsorship benefits received. Please consult your tax advisor for specific guidance.

Guests are encouraged to wear cocktail or formal attire appropriate for an elegant evening celebration.

Supporters may make a tax-deductible donation online, contribute an auction item, become a sponsor, participate in the silent auction, or make a direct gift to support students served through Take Stock in Children of Brevard.

Visit this page regularly and follow Brevard Schools Foundation and Take Stock in Children of Brevard on social media for the latest announcements, sponsorship opportunities, ticket availability, and event updates.

No. Anyone may register and participate in the Silent Auction online once bidding opens. Participants can browse items, place bids, watch favorite items, set maximum bids, and receive notifications throughout the auction.

Visit the online auction site and register for an account. A credit card is required to participate in bidding and to facilitate payment if you win an item.

Auction offerings vary each year and may include vacation packages, dining experiences, entertainment, sports memorabilia, gift baskets, professional services, event tickets, and other unique experiences.

The gala features silent and live auction opportunities. Donations of gift certificates, experiences, vacation packages, event tickets, professional services, themed baskets, and other unique items are welcome. Businesses and individuals interested in donating an item, service, or experience may contact the gala team or complete the auction donation form available on this page.

For sponsorship opportunities, ticket information, auction donations, or general event questions, please contact:

Marci Davis Reed, Special Event Coordinator
(321) 633-1000 ext. 11756
davis.marci@brevardschools.org