Monte's Benefit Gala 2025

Monte's Benefit Gala is more than a community event - it's one of the ways MPTO raises critical funds for school programs our students and teachers depend on that aren't covered by district or federal funds.

MPTO’s total fundraising goal for the 2025–2026 school year is $541,637, which includes direct contributions from Montclaire families.

• Last year, the 2024 Gala raised $76,000
• This year’s goal: We’re aiming even higher — $80,000

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Join us at the adults-only Gala in your finest Denim and Diamonds to support Montclaire Elementary School! The event will have a silent auction, live auction, plus entertainment, food & drink, and a chili cookoff competition.

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• Celebrate together with wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks, and small bites donated by our community
• Enjoy music, games, and socializing with Montclaire parents, teachers and staff
• Vote in the Chili Cookoff Competition
• Sign up for Monte Parties
• Bid on Monte VIP Student Perks and items and experiences donated by the community
• Partake in the live auction

Check out the booklet in your student's Friday Folder for more details on the Gala and a checklist to put on your fridge to get ready for Gala night:

** Purchase your ticket above! Register by Monday, Oct. 27 for a chance to win a surprise Labubu with custom Monte outfit.

** Donate to the auction using the link above: We’re looking for items and experiences such as wine & spirits, getaways and vacations, event tickets, classes and summer camps, and more.

** Co-host a Monte Party! Monte parties are parent-hosted events auctioned off at the Gala to build community and raise funds. These can be anything from backyard BBQs to kids’ Mario Kart tournaments. Guests “buy” a spot at the Gala, and 100% of proceeds go to MPTO. We especially need hosts for the grade-level parties - themes were chosen by student vote at the 2025 Walkathon. Indicate your interest to host a party here.

** Sponsor the event using the link above. Sponsorships are available for local businesses, family, or friends to help offset the cost of the Gala for visibility in the community.

** Enter the Chili Cookoff Competition for your chance to claim the title of Montclaire’s best chili! Details are here.

Can't attend in person? You can still bid in the Silent Auction! Purchase a non-attendee ticket above to get an online bid number to join the Silent Auction at 8:00 pm on Gala night.

At the Gala:

7:00 pm Silent Auction begins

8:00 pm Live Auction begins

9:00 pm Silent Auction closes

9:30 pm Will Call begins to pick up your winnings

Don't forget to arrange childcare - the Gala is an adults-only event - and plan your outfit. This year's theme is Denim and Diamonds - think Western with flair - but there is no dress code.