The Sunburst Gala will take place on
Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
Grand Ballroom | 24 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44113
Tickets go on sale on Black Friday!
Special price will be $105 per ticket until Cyber Monday (November 29 - December 2). After that, price is $115 per ticket until January 15 or while tickets last. Table of 10 will receive a table centerpiece featuring their loved one with Down syndrome.
The ticket price for adults with Down syndrome is $40.
Our Master of Ceremonies, Todd Meany!
Anchor & Reporter for Fox 8 News in the Morning

Todd Meany has been with Fox 8 News since November of 2000, and can be seen daily on Fox 8 News in the Morning. Todd grew up in Brook Park and now lives in Fairview Park with his wife, Joy, and their three sons.

Todd is a graduate of Midpark High School and Bowling Green State University. He also plays harmonica and sings with the Ace Molar band.​ 

Over the years Todd has been able to cover historic and memorable events in Northeast Ohio, including Presidential visits, the rescue of the Seymour Ave survivors, and the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Championship.

Todd has been the master of ceremonies for the Up Side of Downs Sunburst Gala since 2018, helping the organization raise attendance and proceeds through his support. In 2018, the Gala sold out at 500 guests which initiated a location change to a larger venue for 2019. The 2019 Gala was attended by more than 800 guests and volunteers and showed an increase in proceeds for our programs. Todd sang the national anthem at the 2019 Buddy Walk and he has participated annually in previous walks. For Cleveland Down Syndrome Day 2019, at the Cleveland City Council meeting, USOD named Todd as one of their honorees.

The Up Side of Downs is so honored to have him return as Master of Ceremonies for our upcoming 2020 Sunburst Gala. We truly appreciate his unconditional support to our organization!
This is a Premier Event for
USOD Families, Sponsors, and Community
{ Age 21 and older }

Our annual Gala Dinner is an invitation only event to raise money for The Up Side of Downs programs that positively impact the life of people with Down syndrome.
Additionally, there will be an amazing assortment of raffle baskets, auction items, sideboards, 50/50 raffle and mystery bags.
You can book a room at our special group rate of $139 by January 23, 2020. The rooms book quick so make sure you book your room as soon as you finish reading our e-newsletter.

{ We currently have 70 rooms in our block for the Sunburst Gala}
The Renaissance Cleveland Hotel is located in Tower City Center, next door to Jack Casino on 24 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44113

Get involved in planning the Sunburst Gala!

Become or recruit a Sponsor
It is easy and simple to share the sponsorship packet with local businesses. The link above has the information you need.

You can download our Donation request letter and the wish list if you would like to donate or simply share them with someone who may be interested in donating.
For more information send an email to Maria Sivertson

Refer volunteers to our organization
We are looking for groups of volunteers that might like to assist us during the gala.
For more information send an email to Rosa Ortiz Lane
6533-B Brecksville Road, Independence, OH 44141
216.447.8763