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Blue Jean Ball

All proceeds from this event directly fund the Scholar retreat, a cancer research meeting, held in the Lake Geneva Area
Blue Jean Ball

Saturday, October 14, 2023
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Pier 290 in Williams Bay, Wisconsin

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The William Guy Forbeck Research Foundation is once again pleased to host the Blue Jean Ball for the 18th year in Lake Geneva, WI, bringing together both cancer researchers and supporters of the Foundation.  

This fundraiser supports WGFRF’s annual Scholar retreat held in Lake Geneva, WI twice a year. The goals of the Scholar Retreats are to host a collaborative meeting for junior scientists and senior oncologists to drive the future of cancer medicine in a “think tank” format, expedite current cancer research, initiate new and novel paths in science and bridge the gap between institutions and scientific specializations. The WGFRF format has proven to be a successful method inciting new research and collaborations across institutions.

In addition to the two annual Scholar Retreats in Lake Geneva, we hold 8 focused cancer topic meetings a year funding participation for more than 750 oncology researchers. With almost 40 years under our belt, we truly have a history to be proud of.  

Your support in attending, sponsoring and donating to our auction will help us continue the impactful work we do in cancer research.

Join us for an evening of food, wine, music, and fun while directly impacting cancer research. Event activities include:

  • Two-hour open bar plus one-hour Wine and spirits tasting curated by Terlato Wines and Artisan Spirits
  • Silent auction and raffles
  • Appetizers, buffet dinner, and deserts
  • Meet the Forbeck Scholars
  • Lake Geneva musicians, Kathy Fry and Ted Oliver, battle it out on dueling pianos

Tickets are on sale now!

  • $140 - September 5 through October 13, 2023
  • $170 - At the door on October 14, 2023
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Blue Jean Ball Online Auction

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The 2023 Blue Jean Ball  online auction is now open! The auction closes on October 14 at 9:00 pm CDT. Explore our remarkable selection of items up for grabs and place your bids by visiting our online auction site. Don’t miss out on the chance to support cancer research and grab some fantastic deals such as gift baskets, trips, food, fashion, and many more.

Sponsorship and Donation Opportunities

Sponsorship Opportunities

Platnium Sponsor - $10,000

  • 1 Sponsorship available at this level
  • Company name in all media relations
  • Company logo on web site, electronic marketing, promotions and event app
  • Customized information about your company on Blue Jean Ball web pages
  • Verbal and on-site recognition and signage at event
  • 10 Blue Jean Ball 2023 event tickets
  • Social media mentions
  • Invitation for two to the Fall and Spring Scholar Retreat dinners in Lake Geneva, WI (Oct 13, 2023, and May 3, 2024)
  • Customized benefits available

Gold Sponsor - $7,500

  • 3 Sponsorships available at this level
  • Company name in all media relations
  • Company logo on web site, electronic marketing, promotions and event app
  • Customized information about your company on Blue Jean Ball web pages
  • Verbal and on-site recognition and signage at event
  • 8 Blue Jean Ball 2023 event tickets
  • Social media mentions
  • Invitation for two to the Fall and Spring Scholar Retreat dinners in Lake Geneva, WI (Oct 13, 2023, and May 3, 2024)
  • Customized benefits available

Silver Sponsor - $5,000

  • 5 Sponsorships available at this level
  • Company name in all media relations
  • Company logo on web site, electronic marketing, promotions and event app
  • Customized information about your company on Blue Jean Ball web pages
  • Verbal and on-site recognition and signage at event
  • 6 Blue Jean Ball 2023 event tickets
  • Social media mentions
  • Invitation for two to the Fall or Spring Scholar Retreat dinners in Lake Geneva, WI (Oct 13, 2023, or May 3, 2024)
  • Customized benefits available

Sponsor a Scholar - $3,000

  • Unlimited Sponsorships available at this level
  • 3-year commitment - $1,000 paid annually over 3 years
  • Verbal recognition at the event
  • 2 Blue Jean Ball 2023 event tickets
  • Social media mentions
  • Invitation for two to the Fall or Spring Scholar Retreat dinners in Lake Geneva, WI (Oct 13, 2023, or May 3, 2024)

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities - Each includes 2 tickets to the 2023 Blue Jean Ball

  • $4,000 - Stair Wrap at Pier 290 (1 available)
  • $3,500 - Brand the Bar (3 available)
  • $3,000 - Dueling Pianos (2 available)
  • $2,500 - Photo Booth (1 available)
  • $2,000 - Phone Charging Station (1 available)
  • $1,000 - Dessert Table (1 available)
  • $750 - Friend of the Foundation - includes 4 tickets (unlimited)*
  • $500 - Friend of the Foundation - includes 2 tickets (unlimited)*
    *The difference in cost will be applied as an added donation to the Foundation.
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Event Donations

Examples of past items include unique experiences such as dinner with a chef or pasta making at home, travel, lodging and restaurant certificates, golf outings, sporting goods, activities and event tickets, gift baskets, subscription packages and more.

Please submit your request by Thursday, September 14, 2023.
All items should be sent by September 15, 2023, to:
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Marla Schrager
WGFRF Associate Director
160 Palmer Place
Lake Geneva, WI 53147
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If you would like to coordinate item pick up or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Blue Jean Ball Auction
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Event Sponsors

Terlato Logo
Interstate Insurance
Pier 290 Logo
CIBC Logo
CORT Logo
Stonecrafters Logo
Dip in the Bay Logo
William Blair Logo
DigiBooths Logo

If you're joining us for our annual Blue Jan Ball, make sure to stop through our selfie booth from DigiBooths. They're a DigiGroup Entertainment company and you're go to for event services!
Thanks to our friends at CIBC for sponsoring the photo booth.