Night to Shine: A Special Evening for Extraordinary Guests

Night to Shine is a global event designed to provide a prom-like experience for individuals with special needs, aged 14 and older. This remarkable evening is hosted by local churches worldwide and proudly supported by the Tim Tebow Foundation. The event is a celebration that includes a red carpet entrance, limousine rides, dancing, a catered dinner, and a crowning ceremony, making every guest feel like royalty. The primary goal is to honor guests and their families, celebrate God's love, and create a positive, life-changing impact within communities.

Key Features

Eligibility: Open to individuals with disabilities, aged 14 and up.

Sponsor: Supported by the Tim Tebow Foundation.

Cost: The event is complimentary for all guests.

Event Details

Venue:

Highway Tabernacle Church

3000 S. Raccoon Rd.

Austintown, Ohio 44515

Time:

The event kicks off at 6 PM and concludes at 9 PM.

For returning attendees, there are some exciting enhancements to look forward to. Upon arrival, guests will check their coats, with parents or caregivers retaining the coat check number for retrieval. Guests will then proceed past the Café to complete the photo/liability form, followed by stops at the corsage and boutonniere table, and optional stations for shoe shine, hair, and makeup. Photography will take place in the sanctuary, and registration will be the final station for guests and their companions.

Buddies and Support

Each honored guest will be paired with a Buddy for the evening, unless they have brought their own, which should be noted during registration. The Buddy assists the guest throughout the event.

Dinner Menu

Salad

Pasta with Meatballs

Chicken

Roasted Red Skin Potatoes

Green Beans

Cake

Drinks: Sugar-Free Lemonade/Water

Additional snacking options will also be available.

Schedule of Events

6 PM:

Arrival and Coat Check

Corsages and Boutonnieres

Hair, Makeup, and Shoe Shine

Photography

6:30 PM:

Limo Ride

Red Carpet Walk

Dinner

Dance

7 PM:

Karaoke

Game Room

Sensory Room

8:15 PM:

Tim Tebow Announcement

Prayer

Crowning Ceremony

9 PM:

Dismissal and Pick-up

Before leaving, each honored guest will receive a gift bag. Parents or caregivers must bring the coat check number to retrieve coats and then proceed to the sanctuary for pick-up.

Parent and Caregiver Information

A Respite Room will be available for parents throughout the evening, offering dinner and dessert. While parents and caregivers will not have access to prom activities, a live video feed will be available in the respite area. Paid caregivers who must remain on-site can enjoy coffee and treats in the Café, provided they are not acting as a Buddy. A Buddy must accompany every honored guest for the entire event.

For any questions, please reach out via email at corllspecialtouch@gmail.com.