Event Details
Registration for the "A Candle in the Dark" Gala is now open.
The "A Candle in the Dark" Gala is named after Morehouse College's official history book written by Edward A. Jones '26.
Since its founding in 1989, the "A Candle in the Dark" Gala has become one of the nation's premier events to celebrate African American achievement and raise much-needed scholarship funds for deserving students. This exceptional evening of elegance and accomplishment has honored more than 221 luminaries over the past 34 years.
This year, confirmed honorees include renowned artist and sculptor, Sanford L. Biggers '92, esteemed civic and business leader James "Jim" W. Compton '61, successful corporate executive, Terry Woodard 81, two-time Emmy and Tony Award winner, actor and producer, Courtney B. Vance and Investment executive and philanthropist, David Grain.
Former honorees include philanthropists Oprah Winfrey (Hon. '89), Robert F. Smith (Hon. '19), and Verdun Perry '94; Academy Award-winning filmmaker Spike Lee '79, as well as actors Harry Belafonte, Sidney Poitier, Morgan Freeman, Denzel Washington, Samuel L. Jackson '72, Roscoe Lee Browne, and Danny Glover; renowned historian and educator John Hope Franklin; legendary sports figures Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the Late Henry “Hank” Aaron (Hon. '09), Muhammad Ali, and Arthur Ashe; civil rights leaders Andrew Young, John Lewis, and H. Julian Bond '71; former U.S. Surgeon General David Satcher '63; noted scholar and professor Cornel West; King Chapel Dean Lawrence E. Carter; and a host of other extraordinary achievers.
We look forward to reconnecting with the Morehouse philanthropic community for this exciting event on February 18, 2023, when Morehouse adds six outstanding recipients to an influential and iconic list of Bennie and Candle honorees!
Ticket Information
Individual Faculty and Staff Tickets
A limited number of tickets are available to Faculty, Staff, and Students at a reduced rate of $250. You can purchase up to two tickets per Morehouse ID#.
Price
$250.00
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Individual Student Tickets
There are a limited number of student tickets available at $250 each.
Price
$250.00
Expired
Individual Parent Tickets
There are a limited number of tickets available for the parent to purchase at a reduced rate of $350 per seat.
Price
$350.00
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Individual General Gala Tickets
A General Ticket will be available at a cost of $450.
An individual may purchase up to 10 tickets at this price under the same reservation for a full table. General seats are located throughout the ballroom.
To purchase additional tickets, please select "add attendee," You can purchase up to nine additional tickets. Please indicate in the "comments field" if any seats are requested to be seated together.
Each guest will receive a gift receipt, less the non-taxable benefit of $60.00 per seat.
Price
$450.00
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Individual VIP Gala Tickets
VIP tickets will be available at $650 each.
An individual may purchase up to 10 tickets at this price under the same reservation. Individual VIP tickets are located in the priority seating area of the ballroom. If you wish to purchase additional seats with this transaction, you can select "Add Additional Ticket"
Price
$650.00
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Virtual Access
The "A Candle in the Dark" Gala will add virtual tickets to this year's experience. Supporters who would like a virtual Gala experience this year will have an opportunity to view and participate virtually once this event is sold out or you are not able to join us in Atlanta. A unique access code will be provided for those who purchase a virtual ticket this year.
This choice is eligible as a fully tax-deductible gift.
Price
Free
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Faculty/Staff Table
A limited number of tables are available for faculty or staff at a cost of $2,500 each.
Price
$2,500.00
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Student Table
These tables are reserved for student organization and full tables at a cost of $2,500 each.
Price
$2,500.00
Expired
Parent Table
These tables have been reserved for the current parent leaders of our Parent Council of Morehouse College
Price
$3,500.00
Expired
General Gala Table
This is a full table of general seating for the Gala and an invitation to our General Reception.
Price
$4,500.00
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VIP Gala Table
This is a full VIP table at the Gala. These tables will be placed with placement in the ballroom in Priority locations if purchased early. All Tables are tables of ten.
Price
$6,500.00
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Corporate Sponsor
Reserved seating for 6 guests to attend the Gala
• Tickets for 6 guests to attend the VIP Reception
• One quarter-page, four-color advertisement in souvenir program
• Placement of company logo on Gala signage/video loop
• Company name displayed on each sponsor’s table
Price
$10,000.00
Expired
Bronze Sponsor
Reserved seating for 8 guests to attend the Gala
• Tickets for 8 guests to attend the VIP Reception
•
One quarter-page, four-color ad in souvenir program
• Placement of company logo on Gala signage/video loop
• Company name displayed on each sponsor’s table
Price
$15,000.00
Expired
Silver Sponsor
One (1) reserved table for 10 guests to attend Gala
• Tickets for 10 guests to attend the VIP Reception
•Placement of company logo on Gala signage/ video loop
One (1) quarter-page, four-color ad in souvenir program
• Company name displayed on each sponsor’s table
Price
$25,000.00
Expired
Gold Sponsor
Company name displayed on each sponsor’s table
• Placement of company logo on Gala signage/video loop
•
One (1) quarter-page, four-color ad in souvenir program
•
Corporate team souvenir photo
• Tickets for 10 guests to attend the VIP Reception
• One (1) reserved table for 10 guests w/priority seating
Price
$35,000.00
Expired
Upgrade Gen to VIP table for RM
This is an option prepared for one donor who needed to upgrade his table from General to VIP.
Approved by VP Goodgame
Price
$2,000.00
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FIDUCIENT
This ticket purchase is for private use only.
Price
$6,500.00
SOLD OUT
Private Ticket
GJohnson - KH
Price
$650.00
SOLD OUT
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