Imagine A Way

💙 More therapy. More progress. More hope.

When Brian first began speech therapy, his family learned that he faced severe challenges with both receptive and expressive language.
With support from an Imagine A Way grant, Brian was able to increase his speech therapy from just 30 minutes to two hours each week.
At his latest evaluation, his receptive language had improved markedly.
“I cried when we received the news. We still have work ahead of us, but his progress has given our family so much hope.”
This is what access to essential therapy can make possible - meaningful progress for a child and renewed hope for an entire family. 💙

🔔 The Silent Auction is LIVE — Start Bidding!

The Central Texas Imagine A Way Gala Silent Auction is officially open! Explore incredible packages, experiences, getaways, and more. Find your favorites, place your bids, and keep checking back throughout the auction.

✨ A few favorites to watch:

🎶 Two ACL Passes + SWAG
Experience the 2026 Austin City Limits Music Festival with TWO 3-Day GA+ Passes for Weekend Two, October 9–11!

🥃 Buffalo Trace Bourbon Collection
Featuring Blanton’s Original Single Barrel, Weller Antique 107, Weller C.Y.P.B., Eagle Rare, and E.H. Taylor Straight Rye.

✨ VIP Facials & Luxury Skincare Package
Treat yourself to two VIP medi facials and a collection of medical-grade skincare products.

🏈 Tito’s & YETI Tailgate Package
A YETI wheeled cooler filled with Tito’s Vodka, plus T-shirts, hats, koozies, aprons, dog toys, and accessories.

🏨 JW Marriott San Antonio 2-Night Stay
Enjoy a luxurious two-night getaway at the JW Marriott San Antonio, including breakfast for two each day.

And that’s just the beginning! Browse the full Silent Auction for even more getaways, dining, entertainment, experiences, and one-of-a-kind items.

🔗 VIEW THE SILENT AUCTION & START BIDDING:
https://ow.ly/RraK50ZR460

Introducing the Big Board Auction! ✨

We’re excited to introduce a NEW feature at this year’s Imagine A Way Gala — the Big Board Auction!

Featuring a select group of premium items, the Big Board Auction brings a little extra excitement to the evening. These special items are elevated beyond the silent auction, while offering a different experience from the live auction.

⏰ Here’s how it works:
Starting at 6:00 p.m., guests can place bids directly at the Big Board area in the ballroom foyer as the competition builds in real time.

Then, at 6:45 p.m., our auctioneer will take over for a brief, fast-paced finale to determine the winning bids!

🔎 Preview the Live Auction & Big Board Auction items:
https://app.betterunite.com/imagineaway-2026imagineawaygala/Offers?silentauction=1

🎟️ And don’t forget the raffle!
Grab your raffle tickets for another chance to win while supporting Imagine A Way and the families we serve.

Purchase raffle tickets here:
https://app.betterunite.com/imagineaway-2026imagineawaygala/Offers?eventitems=1

Reminder: Your Dream Getaway Could Be One Raffle Ticket Away!

There’s still time to enter the JW Marriott Getaway Raffle for your chance to win a 5-night stay valued at $2,500!
🌴 One lucky winner gets to choose from four incredible destinations:
Cabo • Nashville • Marco Island • Guanacaste
Your 5-night stay includes your choice of a King or Double Bed room and accommodates 2–4 guests.
🎟️ Raffle Tickets
1 ticket – $100
6 tickets – $500

Get your tickets: https://app.betterunite.com/imagineaway-2026imagineawaygala

Midnight in Marrakech
Thank You to Our Sponsors: https://www.imagineaway.org/page/gala2026sponsors
Rise Community Hospital
Walters Gilbreath, PLLC
ATX Event Systems, LLC
CMP Management
Maples Jones, PLLC
Selman Munson & Lerner P.C.
Corridor Title
PlainsCapital Bank
Training Wheels ABA
H-E-B
Gov Link

🚨 Every good mystery needs a getaway car... 🔎

Make your entrance to the Imagine A Way 2026 Houston Casino Night one to remember!
One lucky suspect will win a chauffeured Land Rover ride to AND from Casino Night! Sit back, relax, leave the driving to someone else, and arrive in VIP style. ✨
🎟️ 1 Ticket — $50
🎟️ 6 Tickets — $250

Will you be the lucky suspect?
The clues are adding up... and they all point to you riding in style!

🕵️ Winner will be drawn the week of October 12.

🎟️ Purchase your raffle tickets:
https://www.imagineaway.org/page/casino2026raffle

Every room has a champion! 🔎

A special thank you to our Bronze Sponsors for supporting Imagine A Way’s 2026 Casino Night:

Gray Reed
Diggs & Sadler
The Law Office of Wilvin J. Carter
Law Office of Diane St. Yves, PLLC
Boudreaux Hunter & Associates, LLC
Erin Cazalot
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Ersa Grae Corporation

We appreciate your generous support!

✨ See the full list of 2026 Casino Night sponsors:
https://www.imagineaway.org/page/casino2026sponsors

🎲 Learn more about Casino Night:
https://www.imagineaway.org/page/casino2026homepage

AUCTION PREVIEW: Jackson Hole Retreat

Wow, this stunning home near the Teton Mountain Range is the perfect place to stay! Offering easy access to all the fantastic amenities that Jackson Hole has to offer, including Yellowstone National Park, the Center of Jackson Hole, and the Jackson Hole Ski Resort.

✨ 6 Nights | Sleeps 10 | $14,000 Value
For more information click here: https://www.imagineaway.org/page/gala2026live

A special thank you to The Holder Family for generously donating this incredible experience to our Midnight in Marrakech Gala Auction.

🎉 HONORING OUR 2026 COMMUNITY HERO: BRYAN CASWELL! 🎉

Imagine A Way – Houston Chapter is proud to recognize Bryan Caswell as our 2026 Community Hero at this year’s Annual Casino Night Fundraiser! 🎰✨

A celebrated Houston chef, restaurateur, and longtime champion of our community, Bryan embodies what it means to use your talents, time, and influence to make Houston a better place.

The Community Hero Award recognizes an individual whose commitment to giving back reflects the heart of Imagine A Way’s mission—creating opportunities and providing meaningful support for children with autism and their families.

We are thrilled to celebrate Bryan and the difference he continues to make in the Houston community.

🕵️‍♀️🎲 Join us for a night of mystery, casino games, great food, fundraising, and fun as we honor Bryan at our Clue-themed 2026 Annual Casino Night Fundraiser!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🏆 Honoring Community Hero Bryan Caswell
💙 Benefiting Imagine A Way – Houston Chapter

Every bet, every donation, and every guest helps us further our mission and make a meaningful difference for the children and families we serve.

Congratulations, Bryan Caswell, our 2026 Community Hero! We can't wait to celebrate you! 👏💙

Thank You to Our Gold Sponsors! ✨

Imagine A Way extends our heartfelt appreciation to Maples Jones, PLLC and Selman Munson & Lerner P.C.for their generous support of Midnight in Marrakech.

Your partnership helps make this extraordinary evening possible while supporting Imagine A Way’s mission to provide life-changing therapy and services for children and families throughout Central Texas.

🌟 See all of our generous sponsors:
https://www.imagineaway.org/page/gala2026sponsors

🌙 Learn more about Midnight in Marrakech:
https://www.imagineaway.org/page/gala2026home