The Lemon Ball

The 19th Annual Lemon Ball

 

January 18, 2025
6:30 PM – 12 AM
Springfield Country Club
Springfield, PA

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The 19th Annual Lemon Ball

Event Information

Join us for the 19th Annual Lemon Ball, for an evening full of charm and elegance all while making a huge impact for childhood cancer research! 

Adorned in yellow ties and gowns, guests kick off their evening with a special cocktail reception featuring auction items and experiences available for bid. Then, waiting in the Grand Ballroom, is a delicious meal, stories and interviews from childhood cancer heroes and families, and an exhilarating live auction. The evening will conclude with dancing accompanied by a live band (Strangers). 

The Alex Scott Crystal Cup Awards will also be presented to an individual and a group for their commitment to continuing Alex’s mission to fight childhood cancer, one cup at a time. 

For more information, contact Gigi Umstead at [email protected]


Ticket Information

  • Individual Ticket - $275 ($100 tax-deductible): Guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening at the Springfield Country Club, complete with a delectable dinner and remarks from our very special hero guests and their families. Guests will also receive:
    • A collection of gala themed gifts and surprises that will add to your enjoyment of this impactful and celebratory evening
    • A printed Tribute Book
    • A donation card
  • Table for 10 Guests - $2,750 ($1,000 tax-deductible): Each dinner table seats 10 people together, guaranteeing your seat with those you know.

Tony Salerno and family

2025 SPONSORS

Coming soon!

Frankie with Ukee on stage

Become a Sponsor or Benefactor

Sponsorship & Benefactor Levels

Become a Sponsor

Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations and businesses. For more information about sponsorship and benefactor packages, please contact Gigi Umstead at [email protected]

Presenting Sponsor - $50,000 ($44,000 Tax-Deductible)

  • 28 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (Premium Named Table)
  • Invitation recognition (logo included on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • Two (2) full-color pages (non-consecutive) in Tribute Book with company logo on cover**
  • Two (2) hotel rooms on night of event 
  • Event recognition (included in remarks by Liz & Jay Scott)
  • Company logo listed as a sponsor on event signage and visual displays
  • Company logo listed and hyperlinked as a sponsor on LemonBall.org
  • Opportunity to include promotional item in gift bag
  • Opportunity for your company to be spotlighted in Lemon Ball emails reaching thousands of ALSF supporters 
  • Opportunity to submit a recorded shoutout video for the program’s introduction segment

Diamond - $25,000 ($20,700 tax-deductible)

  • 20 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (Premium Named Table)
  • Invitation recognition (logo included on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • Two (2) full-color Pages (non-consecutive) in Tribute Book**
  • Two (2) hotel rooms on night of event 
  • Event recognition (acknowledged by Emcee)
  • Company logo listed as a sponsor on event signage and visual displays
  • Company logo listed and hyperlinked as a sponsor on LemonBall.org
  • Opportunity to include promotional item in gift bag
  • Opportunity to submit a recorded shoutout video for the program’s introduction segment

Platinum - $10,000 ($8,000 tax-deductible)

  • 10 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (Premium Named Table)
  • Invitation recognition (company name on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • One (1) full-color page in Tribute Book**
  • One (1) hotel room on night of event 
  • Event recognition (acknowledged by Emcee)
  • Company logo listed as a sponsor on event signage and visual displays
  • Company logo listed as a sponsor on LemonBall.org
  • Opportunity to include promotional item in gift bag

Gold - $6,000 ($4,500 tax-deductible)

  • 8 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (Named Table)
  • Invitation recognition (company name on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • One (1) full black-and-white page in Tribute Book**
  • Company name listed as a sponsor on event signage and visual displays
  • Company name listed as a sponsor on LemonBall.org
  • Opportunity to include promotional item in gift bag

Silver - $3,000 ($2,200 tax-deductible)

  • 4 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (general seating)
  • Invitation recognition (company name on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • One (1) full black-and-white page in Tribute Book**
  • Company name listed as a sponsor on event signage and visual displays
  • Company name listed as a sponsor on LemonBall.org
  • Opportunity to include promotional item in gift bag

Bronze - $1,000 ($625 tax-deductible)

  • 2 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (general seating)
  • Invitation recognition (company name on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • Half (1/2) black-and-white page in Tribute Book**
  • Company name listed as a sponsor on event signage and visual displays
  • Company name listed as a sponsor on LemonBall.org
  • Opportunity to include promotional item in gift bag

*To be recognized on the Lemon Ball invitation, commitment must be received by October 24, 2024.

**To be included in the Tribute Book, tributes must be received by December 6, 2024.

Become a Benefactor

Benefactor opportunities are available for individuals and families. For more information about sponsorship and benefactor packages, please contact Gigi Umstead, [email protected]

Diamond Benefactor - $25,000 ($20,950 tax-deductible)

  • 20 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (Premium Named Table)
  • Invitation recognition (name included on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • One (1) full-color page in Tribute Book**
  • Two (2) hotel rooms on night of event 
  • Event recognition (acknowledged by Emcee)
  • Name listed as a benefactor on event signage and visual displays
  • Name listed as a benefactor on LemonBall.org

Platinum Benefactor - $10,000 ($8,000 tax-deductible)

  • 10 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (Premium Named Table)
  • Invitation recognition (name included on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • One (1) full-color page in Tribute Book**
  • One (1) hotel room on night of event 
  • Event recognition (acknowledged by Emcee)
  • Name listed as a benefactor on event signage and visual displays
  • Name listed as a benefactor on LemonBall.org

Gold Benefactor - $6,000 ($4,500 tax-deductible)

  • 8 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (Named Table)
  • Invitation recognition (name included on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • One (1) full black-and-white page in Tribute Book**
  • Name listed as a benefactor on event signage and visual displays
  • Name listed as a benefactor on LemonBall.org

Silver Benefactor - $3,000 ($2,200 tax-deductible)

  • 4 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (general seating)
  • Invitation recognition (name included on Lemon Ball Invite)*
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • One (1) full black-and-white page in Tribute Book**
  • Name listed as a benefactor on event signage and visual displays
  • Name listed as a benefactor on LemonBall.org

Bronze Benefactor - $1,000 ($625 tax-deductible)

  • 2 tickets to the 2025 Lemon Ball 
  • Reserved seating at the event (general seating)
  • Access to Pre-Event VIP Reception (half hour prior to general admission arrival)
  • Half (1/2) black-and-white page in Tribute Book**
  • Name listed as a benefactor on event signage and visual displays
  • Name listed as a benefactor on LemonBall.org

*To be recognized on the Lemon Ball invitation, commitment must be received by October 24, 2024.

**To be included in the Tribute Book, tributes must be received by December 6, 2024.

Liz and Jay with sponsor group

2025 Benefactors

Coming soon. Thank you to all our 2024 Benefactors!

Georgia with Jessica on stage

Tribute Book

You can purchase an individual full- and half-color page in the digital and printed tribute book. Tribute book pages must be submitted by Friday, December 13, 2024.

  • Full page: $500
  • Half page: $250

Please contact Gigi Umstead at [email protected] to purchase.

Volunteers

Interested in volunteering for the event? We're happy to have you help! Please complete the volunteer form by Friday, December 6, 2024. Contact Mikey Tauber ([email protected]) with any questions.

Become an Event Volunteer

Lady at auction

Auction

Donate your tickets, tangibles, time or talent to bettering the lives of children with cancer. You will be recognized for your donation both online and at the event. In addition to demonstrating your support, remember that an auction donation can result in a new client or customer and that all donations are tax deductible. Fill out an auction donation form to donate to this year's auction. The deadline to donate an item is Friday, January 3, 2025.

If you have questions about the auction, contact Maggie Gaal at [email protected].

Alex's 8th Birthday

FAQs

 

Where is the event located?

The Springfield Country Club in Springfield, PA! 400 W Sproul Road, Springfield, PA 19064

What is the timeline for the event?

Please note all times are approximate and are listed in Eastern Time Zone.

Monday, January 13, 2025 

  • 12 noon - Silent Auction Opens

Saturday, January 18, 2025

  • 6-6:30 pm – Sponsor and Benefactors Reception 
  • 6:30-7:30 pm - Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction (auction will remain open until 10:15 pm) 
  • 8 pm - Welcome from Hosts and Dinner 
  • 9 pm - Awards Presentation and Live Auction 
  • 10 pm - Dessert and Dancing 
  • 10:15 pm – Silent Auction closes 
  • 12 am – Lemon Ball ends 

*Please note: Sponsor and Benefactor guests arrive at 6pm, and General Admission arrives at 6:30pm. If you are unsure of which ticket you have, please refer to your guest information email.

Where can guests park?

There is plenty of parking on site.

What should I wear?

Dress is “yellow tie optional,” which is our twist on “black-tie.” Men may wear tuxedos or dark suits. Women may dress in long gowns or cocktail attire.

How do I know my table number?

All guests will receive their table numbers at check-in. Additionally, there will be multiple ballroom ushers to help you find your table.

Are there rooms available at the Courtyard Marriott Springfield (connected to the venue)?

Yes! You can book a room at the Courtyard Marriott Springfield for $169/night.

What are this year’s raffle prizes?

To Be Announced

Coming Soon!

Liquor Raffle

Coming Soon!

How do I bid on auction items?

Our auction opens on Monday before the event! We are using mobile bidding powered by GiveSmart. Browse and bid on items using a computer, mobile device or tablet. To register, text ‘lemon’ to 76278 or visit https://lemon.givesmart.com. The auction will remain open until 10:15pm ET on the Saturday of the event. When the auction closes, winners will be notified by text message in which they will receive a link to complete payment. Winners can pick up their items in the auction room, unless otherwise noted. Please note: ALL alcohol must be picked up that night or at the ALSF office. If you have auction-related inquiries, please contact Maggie Gaal, [email protected]

How do I donate during Fund A Cure?

There are three ways to donate during the Fund A Cure portion of the evening.

  1. Guests can donate by clicking the link sent directly from GiveSmart.
  2. Guests can fill out the donation cards at each seat.
  3. Guests can scan the QR code on the donation card to donate on ALSF’s Lemon Ball page.

You can donate at any time during the evening!

Are there other ways to donate?

You can donate at ANY point during the evening. Guests can visit this page to donate directly. If you have any questions pertaining to donations, please contact Sara Moyer at [email protected].

Who is receiving the Alex Scott Crystal Cup Awards?

To Be Announced!

Coming Soon

To Be Announced!

Coming Soon