Imagine a future where every child’s mind is cared for with the same urgency as their body.
Today in the United States, nearly 1 in 5 children ages 3–17 has been diagnosed with a mental, emotional, or behavioral health condition, and more than 1 in 5 adolescents currently lives with a diagnosable mental or behavioral health challenge. Yet too many of these young people do not get the care they so desperately need.
We need your help.
Join us for an unforgettable evening dedicated to transforming child and adolescent mental and behavioral healthcare - and to building a new children’s hospital dedicated to this critical work that will change lives for generations to come.
This is more than a gala. It’s a call to action. A moment to stand up for children and adolescents who need care now—and for families who are waiting for answers, support, and healing.
At Imagine, you’ll connect with fellow champions and advocates of mental health over cocktails and a seated dinner, united by a shared belief: that no child or family should face mental health challenges alone. Through firsthand stories, you’ll see the real impact of timely, accessible care - and the hope that becomes possible when we invest in our children’s mental health.
The evening will also feature a silent auction with exclusive and one-of-a-kind experiences supporting Sheppard Pratt’s vital work to expand access to life-saving mental healthcare.
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a system of care – we are a promise. As the nation’s largest private nonprofit provider of mental health, substance use, special education, developmental disability, and social services, we meet children and families wherever they are—through hospitals, schools, community clinics, and in their homes. We remove barriers, open doors, and deliver compassionate, expert care when it matters most.
Join us. Give hope. Help build the future of mental and behavioral healthcare for children.
All tickets and sponsorships must be purchased and assigned, including attendee name, email, and phone number by Friday, September 25.