Introducing Starlight Dreams Family Fun Night!

The Society of Child Entrepreneurs is turning ONE, and we’re throwing a birthday bash like no other!

We’ve taken everything we loved about our formal gala—the celebration, the community, and the cause—and reimagined it into something even more accessible, energetic, and fun for the whole family.

Introducing the Starlight Dreams Family Fun Night: a hands-on, heart-filled evening dedicated to food, fun, and future world-changers.

📅 Save the Date!

🗓️ Saturday, July 12, 2025
🕕 6:00–10:00 PM
📍 The Vail | Wichita, KS

🎈 What to Expect

This isn’t just a dinner party—it’s an experience:

• 🌮 Taco Bar & Cupcakes – Because no birthday party is complete without great food!
• 🎤 Karaoke & Board Games – Whether you’re singing your heart out or going head-to-head in Uno, we’ve got fun for every age.
• 💡 Family Business Challenges – Work together to solve silly, creative business scenarios—SoCE-style.
• 🛍️ Kid Business Showcase – Shop from real businesses created and run by kids ages 6–16.
• 🎙️ Youth Pitch Contest – Hear our young entrepreneurs pitch their boldest ideas live on stage.
• 🌟 Mini-Keynote by Melody Ellis (Age 9) – Our Junior Executive Director will share what it’s like to build a business at nine years old.

And yes—we’ll still have some gala favorites like our silent auction and raffle prizes, with all proceeds supporting SoCE’s mission.

🎟️ Tickets

• Adult: $25
• Child (Under 18): $20
• Family Four-Pack: $80
• Staycation Package: $200 (Includes Four-Pack + hotel stay at Hotel at Old Town)
• Extra Child Add-On: $15

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://socegala.maxgiving.events/tickets

💖 Why We Made the Switch

As a new nonprofit with a bold mission, we want our events to reflect the heart of what we do—empowering young people and building community. Shifting from a formal gala to a fun, family-friendly event means more families can participate, more kids can be inspired, and more community members can connect with our mission in a real and memorable way.

Whether you’re a parent, an educator, a small business owner, or just someone who believes in the potential of the next generation—this night is for you.

🥳 Come Celebrate With Us!

The Starlight Dreams Family Fun Night is more than a fundraiser—it’s a movement. One that shows kids their ideas matter, their voices matter, and their dreams are worth building right now.

We hope you’ll join us in making this birthday one to remember.
See you July 12!