SPOT Church English Ministry
2026 Fundraising Gala

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Goal $400,000
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$1,250 Raised
<1% of Goal
Together, We Grow Deep Roots.
Our Mission

Growing Deep Roots

In this season, we celebrate the growth, impact, and transformed lives that we witness within the English Ministry of SPOT Church.

400+ Weekly Congregants
200+ Ignite Youth Students
350+ Official Members
70+ Baptisms
200+ Confessors

Like a tree planted by streams of water, we are on a journey to establish permanent roots for our community to grow spiritually, expand regionally, and impact future generations with the transformative power of God's word. We invite those that support this mission to join us.

Ways to Plant

Attend the Gala

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Make a Gift

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Become a Sponsor

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Enter Raffle

Fly to Us

Purchase Art

Art Auction
The Gala

Attend the 2026 Fundraising Gala

Date Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Time 5:30 PM EST
Location 10620 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854

The SPOT Church 2026 Fundraiser Gala is an evening of purpose, rootedness, and cheerful giving in support of Saint Paul Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church’s English Ministry. We look forward to welcoming you.

Gold Ticket
$250
  • Evening Entry & Gala Dinner
  • Add-Ons Exclusive Gold Gift Bag
  • Raffle Entry Automatic Entry to win a $250 Amazon Gift Card
What $250 Enables
3 weeks of post-Liturgy refreshments (tea, coffee, and bread)
Platinum Ticket
$500
  • Evening Entry & Gala Dinner
  • Add-Ons Exclusive Platinum Gift Bag
  • Raffle Entry Automatic Entry to win an Apple Watch
What $500 Enables
Graduation ceremony for our High School graduates.
Titanium Ticket
$1,000
  • Evening Entry & Gala Dinner
  • Add-Ons Exclusive Titanium Gift Bag
  • Parking Reserved Parking
  • Raffle Entry Automatic Entry to win a MacBook
What $1,000 Enables
The Sacrament of Unction of the Sick
Diamond Ticket
$2,500
  • Evening Entry & Gala Dinner
  • Add-Ons Exclusive Diamond Gift Bag
  • Parking Reserved Parking
  • Raffle Entry Automatic Entry to win a Caribbean Cruise for Four
What $2,500 Enables
A weekend’s rent for Church Service
Direct Support

Make a Donation

This is the most flexible way to cheerfully contribute.

Make a Donation
Partnership

Become a Sponsor

We invite businesses, organizations, and community leaders to partner with us in helping this ministry establish lasting roots and expand its impact. Your sponsorship communicates that your organization shares the values of our members: faith, community, service, and long-term impact.

Every tier's full benefits — recognition, tickets, on-screen and on-stage features — are laid out in the Sponsorship Booklet below. Tap it to view.

View Sponsorship Booklet (PDF) Become a Sponsor
Out-of-Region Experience

Enter the Raffle

Our SPOTted Online raffle invites supporters who live outside the DMV region and are age 22+ to enter for a chance to come experience the SPOT Church community in person. The selected winner will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to attend the Planted for Purpose Fundraiser Gala, followed by Divine Liturgy the next day.

REMINDER: Although there will only be one winner, your raffle entry is your cheerful contribution to SPOT Church’s growth and ministry.

Community Merch

Pre-order the Planted for Purpose Merch

Purchase the limited-edition Planted for Purpose Collection to have a lasting way of demonstrating your alignment with our mission and gala theme.

Community Art

Purchase Art

The Fundraising Gala on October 24th will have Art Auctions to bring supporters and artists together for our shared purpose. Whether you are hoping to engage with this portion or the evening or contributing your work as an artist, your extension is a meaningful means to planting our community in permanence.

Art Interest Form

Share the kinds of art, themes, and styles you would welcome into your home.

Artist Submissions

Submit interest in contributing your work to the Silent Auction

Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend?
This event is open to attendees 22 and older. Volunteers must be 18+.
Will childcare be offered?
Childcare will not be available. We encourage you to plan accordingly.
What is the refund policy?
All ticket sales are final. No refunds are available.
What should I wear?
Formal Wear
Where is parking?
Although the venue has a parking lot, we encourage you all to carpool. Reserved parking is included with Titanium and Diamond tickets.
How does the auction work?
The auction will be held in-person on October 24th. If you are considering purchasing or contributing art, please fill out the forms in the Purchase Art section to let us know.
Can I buy a ticket for someone else?
Yes. You can purchase multiple tickets and enter each attendee's information at checkout.
Have more questions?
Contact our team directly at fundraising@spotchurch.org.
With Gratitude

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