BENEFITTING LILA’S LIGHT FOUNDATION
A night to carry Lila’s Light forward, forging new paths for child safety and animal rescue.
May 6, 2026
7:00 – 11:00 P.M. (CST)
The Empire Room | Dallas, TX
CELEBRATING LILA’S LIVING LEGACY
It is with gratitude that we welcome Dallas community leaders and philanthropists along with friends and family of Lila Bonner to the inaugural Lila’s Lovefest. This unforgettable evening will be filled with connection — both familiar and new as Lila's legacy continues to grow — and more opportunity to help Blake and Caitlin Bonner carry out the mission of Lila’s Light.
FEATURING
Surprise musical appearances
Exclusive merch will be available to purchase with new merch going live online May 6!
Guest emcee, NBC 5’s Meredith Land
Signature activations, bites & more
Live & online auction!
Those with reserved seating will be shown to seats upon arrival. All others, enjoy open seating!
COCKTAIL COOL ATTIRE: Boots, jackets, and lavender tones encouraged!
RIDESHARING ENCOURAGED
Download the Alto app and enter the code LILALOVEFEST for $10 off two rides! Valid only on May 6.
Event entry is exclusively located off Leslie. All other entrances will be closed.
Complimentary valet provided be Bela & Chase Cooley. No self-parking will be available.
“We want to honor Lila’s magnificent spirit by doing exactly what we know she is rooting for us to do: protecting the vulnerable. Through rescuing animals and investing in the safety of the childhood experiences we all cherish, Lila’s Light is our way of turning heartbreak into hope.”
BLAKE & CAITLIN BONNER
GIVING PILLARS
Guided by Lila’s boundless love for animals and her heart for every living soul, this work will ensure Lila’s legacy — and her radiant light — continue to shine.
Lila’s Lovefest will benefit both child safety and animal rescue, focusing on:
Safety benchmarking, education and advocacy to keep children out of harm's way (e.g. Safe Summers Fund)
Disaster relief and emergency extraction for animals in crisis (e.g. SPCA partnerships)
Financially Administered by the Youth Safety Initiative 501(c)3, all proceeds raised net cost of incurred go directly to Lila’s Light Donor Advisory Fund (DAF) to execute our mission.
SponsorshipS
Thank you, 2026 Sponsors — your incredible generosity is a shining beacon of Lila’s Light
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The Heart Lounge (1 available)
Name/logo at event entry and on all printed and digital materials
Seating for up to 24 guests; prime stage‑adjacent placement
Tableside premier beverage service via bar carts
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VIP Early Access Party (1 available)
Host the patio area; branding on décor features and cocktail napkins
Name/logo present in all printed and digital materials
General Admission entry for 16 guests
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The Light Lounge (2 available)
Name/logo at event entry and in all printed and digital materials
Seating for up to 16 guests; platform level left/right of main stage
Tableside premier beverage service via bar carts
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Silent Auction Big Board Sponsor (1 available)
Branding at entry and on designed big board for silent auction displays
Name/logo present in all printed and digital materials
General Admission entry for 10 guests
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Live Auction Presented By… (1 available)
Branding at entry and on big screen during live auction
Name/logo present in all printed and digital materials
General Admission entry for 10 guests
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The Lady Bug Lounge (2 available)
Name/logo at event entry and in printed and digital materials
Seating for up to 10 guests; floor level left/right of main stage
Tableside premier beverage service via bar carts
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Lila’s Lux Friendship Bracelet Bar (1 available)
Presentation and naming rights in support of Camp Crafty’s mission
Open seating for 8; full premium bar offerings
Craft station with fine beading/materials for adult and children’s bracelets
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Tasting + margarita bar (1 available)
Presentation and name title rights
Name/logo in printed and digital materials
Seating for 8
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Arrive in style with custom‑branded valet uniforms (1 available)
Name/logo present in printed anddigital materials
Open seating for 8; full premium bar offerings
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Main bar feature with branded napkins and bar menus (1 available)
Name/logo present in printed/digital materials
Open seating for 8; full premium bar offerings
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Presentation and naming rights to entry rainbow carpet
Name/logo present in printed and digital materials
Open seating for 10; full premium bar offerings
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Naming rights on one photo booth
Name/logo present in printed and digital materials
Open seating for 8; full premium bar offerings
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Name/logo displayed at event entry
Name/logo included in all printed and digital materials
General Admission entry for 4 guests
Open seating sections (first come, first served; not reserved by group)