Children’s Law Center of Minnesota’s Annual Benefit is our largest fundraising event of the year—and a powerful celebration of the people who make our mission possible. Each fall, we gather with community members, legal professionals, and supporters to raise vital funds for our work on behalf of youth in foster care.
The evening features inspiring stories, exciting auctions, and the presentation of awards, honoring individuals and organizations who go above and beyond to support the rights and well-being of children. Proceeds from the Benefit help ensure that every child we serve receives strong legal advocacy and the support they need to thrive.
Retired Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Alan Page – 2024 Celebration of Champions Keynote Speaker & Rosalie E. Wahl Justice for Children Award Recipient
An Evening of Celebration
Children’s Law Center of Minnesota (CLC) will celebrate a monumental milestone—our 30th anniversary! The 30th Anniversary Celebration of Champions Benefit & Awards will be held at the Nicollet Island Pavillion on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
CLC is deeply grateful for all who have supported this major fundraiser in the past, and, whether you are a repeat donor or new to CLC, we would love for you to consider joining us as a sponsor for this special anniversary. Your generosity will continue to help us advance our mission of promoting the legal rights and well-being of children and youth in Minnesota’s foster care system and ensure that the amazing children and youth we represent continue to receive the advocacy and legal representation they deserve.
For our 30th year, we are introducing a new sponsorship level, the “30th Anniversary Sponsor” at $30,000+, to honor three decades of service to foster care children. We are also maintaining our existing sponsorship levels:
- New! 30 For 30 Gold ($30,000+)
- Champion ($15,000+)
- Justice ($10,000+)
- Humanitarian ($7,500+)
- Advocate ($5,500+)
- Benefactor ($2,500+)
- Guardian ($1,500+)
- Friend ($500+)
How to Register as a Sponsor
To complete your sponsorship registration, please complete the Annual Benefit Sponsorship Sign-Up.
You have two payment options:
- Invoice Option: Complete the form and select to receive an invoice via email for payment.
- Pay Now Option: Complete the form and choose to pay immediately using a credit card or PayPal. Please note that a 3% transaction surcharge will be added to your payment if you select this option.
All sponsors must complete the form in full, as some fields are required. Thank you for your generous support!
Thank you for considering Children’s Law Center of Minnesota in your 2025 giving plans.
Our Honorees
Rosalie E. Wahl Justice for Children
Name TBDThis award is presented annually to someone who has dedicated their life to fighting for justice for at-risk or underprivileged children in our communities. The late Honorable Rosalie E. Wahl earned a reputation as a voice for those living on the edges of society—the poor, the accused, and the powerless. This award is named for Justice Wahl for her tireless work on behalf of children. CLC created the Justice for Children Award in her name and honored Justice Wahl as the first recipient in 2005.
Distinguished Service Award
Name TBDChildren’s Law Center annually identifies one law firm or corporation whose work on behalf of CLC’s clients exemplifies the commitment and dedication to pro bono representation that is the foundation of our mission.
Heroes For Children Award
Name TBDThis award recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the well-being of Minnesota’s children in either a career or volunteer position. Nominees may work with children in any area—such as teaching, health care, legislation, advocacy, or mentoring – affecting physical, spiritual, social, or emotional well-being.
Tickets To Attend
We’re thrilled to welcome you to Children’s Law Center of Minnesota’s 30th Anniversary Celebration of Champions Benefit! Everyone is welcome to attend this special evening, whether or not you’re affiliated with one of our sponsors.
To reserve your seat, please click the button below.
If you are affiliated with a Benefit sponsor, please note: sponsors receive a set number of reserved seats based on their sponsorship level. If your employer has already designated you to use one of those seats, you do not need to purchase a ticket. If you’re unsure whether you’re on your organization’s guest list, we recommend checking with your employer or main point of contact before registering.
All others are warmly invited to purchase a ticket and join us for this inspiring event in support of youth in foster care.
Sponsorship
Celebrate CLC’s 30th Anniversary with Us!
Join Children’s Law Center of Minnesota on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Nicollet Island Pavilion for our 30th Anniversary Celebration of Champions Benefit & Awards. This milestone event honors three decades of advocacy for youth in foster care.
We invite new and returning supporters to sponsor this special year. In addition to our existing sponsorship levels, we’re proud to introduce the 30 For 30 Gold level at $30,000+.
Sponsorships can be completed via our online form, with options to pay now or receive an invoice. Thank you for helping us continue this vital work!
Thank You, Sponsors!
Children’s Law Center of Minnesota is deeply grateful for the generous support of our Annual Benefit sponsors, as well as the many partners and supporters who stand with us throughout the year. Your commitment makes our work possible and helps ensure that every child’s voice is heard.
To see a full list of CLC supporters, click here.