By the Bay Gala

By the Bay is the Academy’s annual gala and premier fundraising event. Proceeds directly support students through campus resources, technology, mission and ministry programming, and tuition assistance across all grade levels.

By the Bay is on April 6, 2024 at the Tampa Marriott Water Street from 6:00 to 10:30 pm. The evening includes a cocktail hour featuring the Wine Wall, Hole-in-One putting game, and Silent Auction. Dinner and dancing follow and include a Live Auction and student participation.

The evening will begin at 6:00 pm with a cocktail hour that features our Champagne Wall, sponsored by the Vein and Cosmetic Center of Tampa Bay, and the Silent Auction. Test your luck with our Games and Chances including the Wine Wall, Blinky Rings, and Hole-in-One (see below for more details). After the cocktail hour, we will head into the ballroom for a seated dinner and program featuring students of the Academy and the Live Auction. The evening will conclude with dancing to the DeLeon Band sponsored by The Shoukry Family.

The ReliaQuest After Party will take place at an incredible new restaurant, Lona, conveniently located on the first floor of the Marriott Water Street. After Party tickets ($50) are sold separately.

Individual tickets to By the Bay are $275 per person. Sponsorships and Patron levels are also available for $2000+ and have many exciting benefits including tickets to the gala and ReliaQuest After Party.

Cocktail attire is requested, black tie optional.

Our Silent Auction features many incredible experiences and items donated by AHN families and our local business community. Some categories not to be missed include:

• Class Projects: Each grade, Pre-K to 8^th, creates a unique keepsake featuring the students.
• Class Baskets: Each grade puts together a uniquely themed basket from parent donations.
• AHN Favorites: This category features exclusive AHN experiences including front row seats, extra recess time, guaranteed electives, and so much more!
• Teacher Adventures: Many of our teachers generously donate a fun day with students. Experiences in past years have included principal for a day, a bowling party, and a private painting party.