Event Information

The Breath of Life Gala
Saturday, September 21, 2024

Marcus Performing Arts Center
929 N Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202

About the Evening
Guests will be treated to a fabulous celebration!

The evening will include a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception, delicious gourmet dinner, unique live and silent auction items, special Bid For A Cure moments, dessert, live music and spirited program - all to raise funds to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s mission to cure CF.

This incredible evening will bring us together to celebrate the strength of our CF community and provides the opportunity to support our important work together.

Event Schedule

Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres Reception / Silent Auction:  5:30 PM
Begin your evening with a cocktail or glass of wine and bid on exceptional silent auction items while mingling and enjoying live music.
 
Dinner & Program: 7:00 PM
Dinner and evening program led by our friend and Emcee Tom Durian from TMJ4, featuring our Gala Chairman, Kurt Belongea.
 
Live Auction, Speaker & Bid For A Cure:  8:30 PM
An entertaining live auction along with our signature “Bid for a Cure” moment highlighting a special guest speaker.
 
Silent Auction Closes:  10:00 PM
Mobile bidding for silent auction will close at approximately 10:00 PM, dependent on the length of our program that evening.  Check-out will begin 30 minutes after silent auction closes.

Entertainment & Dancing
Following our program - enjoy cocktails, dessert, live music and dancing!

* Attire for the evening is Black Tie Optional / Formal Attire.
* Parking available in the attached parking garage and will be included for our guests.
* Visit again soon to see a preview of our exciting auctions!





In lieu of cash, we ask that you make all payments/contributions to the CF Foundation with a credit card or check. We accept all major credit cards. Thank you for your understanding. 

Events may be subject to change based on health or safety concerns. If an event is moved to virtual, sponsorship benefits may be adjusted to fit that format. If an event is cancelled, your local contact will reach out to discuss options. 

At the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, we commit to equity, racial justice, diversity, and inclusion as core principles guiding our efforts to provide all people with CF the opportunity to live long, fulfilling lives. We strive to host inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. Please be aware that a 3-week notice is requested as some accommodations may require time for the Foundation to arrange. If you have a disability and require accommodations to fully participate in this activity, please contact the chapter for assistance.