Sunshine Resources will host a combined casino night and prom celebration Wednesday, May 13, at the Door County Gala, bringing together staff, volunteers, clients and community partners for an evening of recognition and entertainment.

The event is designed as an expanded celebration of the organization’s annual awards dinner, and is paired with a prom-themed experience and casino-style games intended to create a festive, inclusive atmosphere for attendees of all ages and abilities.

Jeremy Paszczak, director of business development for Sunshine Resources, said the evening is focused on appreciation and community connection.

“Tomorrow is about rewarding our staff, volunteers, clients, partner and the community that makes our organization what it is today,” Paszczak said.

He said the event format was intentionally expanded this year to add new experiences beyond a traditional banquet.

“We took our awards dinner and added a casino night and a prom for those that never got to go to theirs,” Paszczak said.

Paszczak said the prom component was created as a way to provide a shared celebratory experience for individuals who may have missed milestone events in their younger years, while casino-style activities add an interactive element to the evening.

Paszczak said the goal is to highlight achievements while building stronger community relationships.

“This is meant to be a great evening to come together as a community, have fun and celebrate their achievements,” he said.

The event is expected to draw a wide mix of participants connected to Sunshine Resources, which provides services and support for individuals with disabilities in the region.

Wednesday night’s celebration will run from 5-8 p.m. at the Door County Gala in Sturgeon Bay and will feature dinner, awards presentations, themed activities and entertainment throughout the evening.

For more information, or to register please visit the Sunshine Resources website or social media pages.