for love of country gala
gala night details
We look forward to welcoming our guests on Saturday, December 7, 2024 for a night not only of tribute and honor for our veterans and all service men and women, but also of inspiration and hope for the future generation.
Read below for important information regarding the event. If you have any questions, please contact us at 808-379-3818 or [email protected] .
EVENT INFORMATION
Saturday, December 7, 2024
5:30 pm Reception / Cocktails
6:30 pm Call to Dinner
6:45 pm Formal Program Begins
Special Guests
Keynote Speaker: General Richard “Dick” Myers, USAF (Ret.)
Featured Speaker: Captain Robert “Hoot” Gibson, USN (Ret.)
Book YOUR accommodations
Enjoy exclusive rates at our partner hotels for your stay during the For Love of Country gala. Book your room today and experience amazing accommodations at a special price.
ATTIRE
Suggested attire for the event is Black Tie Optional / Cocktail.
For military personnel who would like to wear their military uniform, the suggested attire is Dinner Dress Whites/Service Dress Whites or Service Equivalent.
GUEST TRANSPORTATION
Guests are provided transportation onto Ford Island, an active military base, by complimentary shuttle, leaving from the Halawa-Aloha Stadium Skyline station (99-232 Kamehameha Hwy., Aiea, HI 96701), where free parking will be available. The first shuttle will depart promptly at 5:00 pm, with subsequent shuttles running approximately every 15 minutes.
Due to military regulations, guests being transported via shuttle are not permitted to bring on board any bags/ items that exceed the measurements of 1.5″ X 2.25″ X 5.5, with the exception of clear stadium bags. We recommend leaving your large personal items at home.
Safety Tip! Another option is to use a ride share to Halawa-Aloha Stadium Station and take the shuttle over if you are planning to enjoy a couple of cocktails and wine!
Guests who prefer to drive onto Ford Island are welcome to do so with military ID. Complimentary valet and self-parking will be provided at the Museum.
Registering Your Online Bidding Account
If you are planning on participating in the silent auction, live auction, Raise the Paddle, or Wine Pull at the event, we highly recommend registering an online bidding account prior to December 7th, as it will help expedite check-in the night of the gala.
If you have not yet registered your online bidding account, please click the button below to create an account and register your credit card information. Just click “Get Started” at the top, then click “Create Account,” and follow the instructions. As soon as registration is complete, you will receive a text message with a link to your personalized online bidding account, where you can start placing your bids! Please keep this link handy, as it will give you access to your personalized account going forward.
If you have already registered your online bidding account, you are all set! Upon completion of registration, you should have received a text message with a link to your personalized online bidding account, where you can manage your bids. Please keep this link handy, as it will give you access to your personalized account going forward.
GUEST CHECK-IN
Upon arrival to Hangar 79, guests will proceed to the Check-in table to receive their table number and bidder number. Guests will need to provide only their name – no physical ticket or paperwork is needed for general check-in.
EXPRESS CHECK-IN
Gold Table Sponsors and above, as well as our Premier Patron guests, are invited to use our express check-in! Express check-in “tickets” have been mailed to table hosts to disseminate to guests. Please bring your ticket and present it at the express check-in area.
SILENT AUCTION
Our silent auction is now live! If you haven’t yet registered, click here: https://forloveofcountry2024.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to create an account and browse and bid on items. If you’ve already registered, click on the link sent to you via text message. This link will direct you to your personalized online bidding account, where you can manage your bids until the silent auction closes on December 7th at 8:30 pm HST. Questions? Contact us at [email protected]
