Join us as a Gala Ball Partner at Sydney’s most exclusive event!

JOIN US FOR A GLAMOROUS NIGHT WITH INCREDIBLE IMPACT!

School for Life’s most anticipated event of the year is once again taking place on May 3rd 2025 with MC Hamish Blake. We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for businesses, organisations, and individuals to become a Ball Partner for our upcoming Gala Ball! 

This highly anticipated event brings together Sydney’s most exclusive guests for an evening of celebration, philanthropy, and unforgettable entertainment, and we want you to be part of it!

Why our Gala Ball?

Our Gala Ball is more than just a glamorous night out – it’s a celebration of community, a chance to connect with like-minded individuals, and an opportunity to bring prosperity to children and their communities. Whether you’re looking to showcase your brand, contribute to meaningful impact, or simply be part of an extraordinary event, this is an excellent opportunity to get involved in a mission of profound importance.

Why Become a Ball Partner?

As a Ball Partner, you’ll gain exclusive access to a range of benefits, while also making a significant impact on the success of the event. Here’s why you should consider partnering with us:

  1. Brand Exposure
    As a Ball Partner, your brand will be prominently featured throughout the event. From event signage and printed programs, to digital displays and social media promotions, your company will receive widespread visibility before, during, and after the event.

  2. Networking Opportunities
    The Gala Ball attracts a diverse group of professionals, influencers, and philanthropists. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with potential clients, partners, and customers in a sophisticated and relaxed setting.

  3. Support a Worthy Cause
    The Gala Ball is not just about glitz and glamour – it’s about making a difference. Your partnership will directly contribute to supporting the causes and organisations that benefit from the event’s proceeds. You’ll be part of something meaningful, helping to create a lasting impact in our community.

  4. Exclusive Benefits
    Depending on your level of partnership, you will receive a variety of exclusive perks, such as complimentary tickets, VIP entry, special recognition at the event, and more.

  5. A Night to Remember
    We promise an unforgettable evening, complete with exquisite dining, live entertainment, and incredible ambiance. You’ll have the chance to enjoy all of this while knowing that you are supporting a cause you believe in.

Partnership Opportunities

We offer several levels of partnership, each designed to maximise your exposure and engagement with attendees. Whether you’re a large corporation or a smaller local business, there’s a partnership level that fits your goals and budget:

  • Presenting Partner $50,000
    Be the face of the event with the highest level of visibility co-branded with School for Life and share a message with attendees on the night.

  • Platinum Partner $30,000
    Gain significant exposure and have your logo shared in all communications before, during and after the event.

  • Diamond Partner $20,000
    Benefit from excellent branding opportunities and enjoy a VIP table in the heart of the event.

  • Gold Partner $10,000
    A VIP table of 10 combined with the opportunity to showcase your logo on the media wall.

  • VIP Partner $7,750
    Ideal for local businesses and organisations, with early VIP access to an exclusive pre-event networking experience and a chance to be part of this incredible night.

How to Become a Ball Partner

Becoming a Ball Partner is easy! Simply contact Jess at Jessica@schoolforlife.org.au to discuss the partnership opportunities that best align with your business objectives and how you can make the most of this exclusive event. Our team is ready to work with you to ensure your business is represented effectively and your experience is tailored to your needs and goals.

Don’t Miss Out – Become a Ball Partner Today!

The Gala Ball promises to be a night like no other, and we would be delighted to have you join us as a Ball Partner. This is your chance to elevate your brand, engage with the community, and support an event that will have a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children!

Reach out to us today to reserve your place as a Ball Partner and make an impact on the lives of vulnerable children in rural Uganda. Together, we can educate poverty out of existence!

Success Stories
Goretti

Sweet and shy Goretti lives with her aunt, uncle and cousins in a small house in the local village. When Goretti was younger, she moved in with her aunt and uncle because her parents could no longer look after her. She was one of our first students at Katuuso Primary, starting in 2011 when she was just 4 years old. Now, Goretti is in Senior One at Mbazzi High School, and is relishing the honour of being a high school student in her community - something that is taken for granted in Australia, but in Uganda, represents freedom and opportunity. Goretti also loves attending School for Life because she hopes to one day become a pilot in Uganda - a dream which she knows can only be reached with the help of a good education.

Violah

Violah has been at School for Life since since she was six years old. Sadly, Violah has experienced hardship no child should ever deal with. Her Dad passed away three years ago, leaving her Mum without the financial means to support her family - so she left Violah and her siblings with their elderly grandmother. Every day, Violah has to wake up at 5am to fetch water, cook meals and make sure that her younger sisters are properly looked after. Then she walks half an hour to get to school. Despite this adversity, Violah has flourished at school and has made many friends. She loves that School for Life is "helping me to build a future". After finishing school, Violah hopes to become a teacher to help other children.

Umar

Umar is one of our best performing students at Mbazzi Riverside High School - but life has not always been easy for Umar. His father abandoned the family in 2015, leaving his mother to struggle to support her five children on her own. School for Life has provided Umar with opportunities that may never else have eventuated for him. Umar begun his journey with School for Life at Katuuso Primary School, where his academic ability was quickly revealed. Now, he is a thriving member of our Senior 1 class and a formidable wing on the football team. With a love for mathematics, Umar is set on studying electronic engineering after finishing his senior studies - a goal which he is the first to admit is now within reach thanks to the skills and resources provided to him by School for Life.

Rose Nambooze

Rose is a 32‐year‐old single mother of one. She started working with SFL in 2013, after taking part in our tailoring training program. Prior to working with us, she was unemployed and living in her father's home helping to care for her father, who had cataracts, and his farm.
Thanks to her full time employment, Rose was able to save enough money to pay for an eye operation and restore her father's sight, allowing him to return to work as a mechanic. Now, Rose has moved into her own home and no longer relies on her father financially. 

Joseph

Joseph is one of our Special Needs teachers at Katuuso. After surviving a severe case of malaria at age four, he was left permanently deaf. He was raised by his single mother and attended a nursery school for the handicapped and later transferred to a school for the Deaf in Kampala. He eventually mastered sign language and pursued a university degree in education. Joseph decided to become a teacher so that he could give the gift of education to others who are hearing impaired.

Teddy Namatovu

Teddy is a participant in the Kumi Tailoring Program and four of her five children attend Katuuso Primary School. She and her husband farm two acres of land, which supplies fluctuating revenue. Participation in the Kumi Tailoring Project has secured income to reliably pay for school fees, nutritious meals and renovations to the family home. Teddy has gained a great deal of self-esteem from her ability to support her family and she takes pride in independently financing the education of all five children. Teddy has also been working on her numeracy and administration skills. She was appointed Treasurer of the tailoring group and will be responsible for keeping records of their savings.

Flaviah Nassaazi

Flaviah Nassaazi started working at Katuuso Primary and Vocational School in 2011. Prior to cooking at the school, she and her husband were subsistence farmers. They worked tirelessly for small yields and minimal income to support their family. Flaviah's cooking job not only enables her to pay school fees for her children, but she has also invested in a local barbershop business. She is now passing her cooking skills onto her eldest son Frank, who has also joined the school's cooking staff. Flaviah and her husband attend the adult literacy classes offered weekly at the school. Her English and reading have improved immensely, as well as her confidence.

Rachel

In 2010, Rachel began as a cleaner at Katuuso Primary and Vocational School. She was working to save money to study to be a teacher at University. Thanks to Barrie and Simone Goldsmith, her dream of studying came true and she is now fully qualified.