Gladhander Auction and Raffle


MAIN EVENT TICKETS

Join us for the highly anticipated Gladhander 2025, a night of elegance and generosity that will take place on October 25, 2025, from 5 to 11:30 p.m. at the decorated St. Francis High School Gymnasium. This year’s gala will feature both live and online silent auctions, showcasing an array of unique items and experiences, something for everyone.

Tickets are $225 per person and on sale September 1 at this link or by calling the Gladhander office 231-941-4523.

The online silent auction is open to anyone and runs from October 17-25.

Invite friends and family to register and bid at this link.


RAFFLE TICKETS

Raffle tickets (License # C32630) can be purchased by calling (231) 941-GLAD or complete the order form at this link. Our top prize this year is your choice of $38,000 in cash or a 2025 JEEP Gladiator arranged by Serra of Traverse City or $38,000 in gold.


PREVIEW NIGHT

In appreciation for your support, the community is invited to the Preview Party on Friday, October 24

5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

St. Francis High School

Free and no RSVP needed

Adults Only, Please

Refreshments

Treasure Chest – Two $250 Cash Awards


VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

We are in need of more volunteers in several areas as we bring the Golden Ticket Gala to life! Volunteering is a great way to meet fellow GTACS parents and supporters, and who knows… you might make lifelong friends! Below you will find signup information for the various volunteer opportunities we have available for 2025:

Volunteers: 2025 Decorations

Adult Volunteers: 2025- Physical Arrangements

Adult Volunteers: 2025 Preview Night 10.24.25

Adult Volunteers: 2025 Gladhander Main Event 10.25.25


SUPPORT OUR DONORS

Please support those who support our schools. Download a list of our 2024 event donors.


PAST GLADHANDER THEMES

  • 1983 Circus
  • 1984 Putting on the Ritz
  • 1985 Set Sail
  • 1986 The Orient
  • 1987 Southern Elegance
  • 1988 Mardi Gras
  • 1989 A Crystal Affair
  • 1990 Fiesta Ole
  • 1991 Under the Sea
  • 1992 Castles and Crowns
  • 1993 Hooray for Hollywood
  • 1994 Into the Arabesque
  • 1995 Victorian Splendor
  • 1996 On the Wild Side
  • 1997 When in Rome
  • 1998 C’est Magnifique
  • 1999 Jewel of the Nile
  • 2000 Steppin’ Out
  • 2001 Russian Rhapsody
  • 2002 Circus Circus
  • 2003 An Enchanted Evening
  • 2004 La Dolce Vita
  • 2005 Ramblin’ on Route 66
  • 2006 All the World’s a Stage
  • 2007 A Silver Celebration
  • 2008 Erin Go Bragh
  • 2009 Fun & Games
  • 2010 Music of Motown
  • 2011 Seuss on the Loose
  • 2012 80s Rewind
  • 2013 Extravaganza Earth
  • 2014 ‘Tis A Classic
  • 2015 New York, New York
  • 2016 Sea to Shining Sea
  • 2017 Remember the Wonder
  • 2018 Around The World
  • 2019 There’s No Place Like Home
  • 2020 Hoedown or Hootenanny
  • 2021 Off to the Races
  • 2022 Celebrate the Music
  • 2023 Journey Through Narnia
  • 2024 Captivating Color

PAST GLADHANDER CHAIRS

Jim Beckett – Emeritus
Ken Kleinrichert, Sr.
Tom McIntyre
Paul Schmuckal
Tom Gartland
Pat Heintz
Pat Brady
Sheila McIntyre
Doug Shaw
Russ Spranger
Carolyn Vaughan
Al Zelinski
Nancy Brick
Mike & Maggie Kent
Pete & Kim Schmitz
Bill & Debbie Marsh
Dave & Amy Pax
Doug & Maureen DeYoung
John & Robin Ehardt
Dale & Janet Troppman
Mike & Katie Bobrowski
John & Angie Puetz

OUR CURRENT CHAIRS

Darryl & Cathy Nelson