Boots & Ballgowns 2026
Schedule
Fri Jun 05 2026 at 05:00 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
5327 Liberty School Road Suite 101, Hillsboro, MO | Hillsboro, MO
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Help her Grow. Achieve. Impact. Transform.Welcome to GaitWay’s signature fundraising event—Boots & Ballgowns—where rustic charm meets elegant celebration and where your generosity fuels life-changing transformation.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, dinner, dancing, and the magic of the ranch… all in support of the girls and women we serve.
✨ Why This Night Matters ✨
At GaitWay, we do things differently.
We choose quality, depth, and long-lasting transformation over high-volume, short-term services. Our programs are designed to walk alongside participants for months--sometimes years--teaching leadership, confidence, emotional strength, and life skills through the incredible partnership between horse and human.
Because our model serves smaller groups more intentionally, many traditional grants turn us down.
On paper, our numbers aren’t “big enough.”
But in real life? The impact is enormous.
Girls rediscover their confidence.
Women find healing and strength.
Lives change—every single day—because of what happens at the ranch.
That’s why Boots & Ballgowns is essential.
This event directly funds the programs, horses, and opportunities that make GaitWay so special.
We rely on the generosity of our community to keep this mission alive.
Your support truly makes a difference.
🎟️ What Your Ticket Includes 🎟️
Every guest at the Gala enjoys:
✨ Dinner and drinks (included with all tickets & sponsorship bundles)
✨ Entertainment to keep the night lively
✨ A live auction with exclusive items and experiences
✨ A silent auction filled with unique treasures
✨ A chance to experience the ranch like never before
This is your night to celebrate the heart of GaitWay—boots on the ground, ballgowns in the spotlight, and community at the center.
👗 Dress Code: Boots + Your Best Elegant Attire 👔
Think rustic sophistication.
Think turquoise and sparkle.
Think your favorite boots paired with a dress or suit that makes you feel unstoppable.
This is your moment to shine.
🐴 Your Impact in Action 🐴
Your attendance supports:
• Long-term equine-facilitated learning programs
• Mentorship and life-skills development
• Employment training for teens
• Wellness and empowerment programs for girls & women
• Horse care—the heartbeat of everything we do
• Future growth that allows us to reach even more lives
Because of you, our participants can continue to grow, heal, and transform in ways that last a lifetime--all at no cost.
✨ Reserve Your Spot ✨
Be part of a night filled with purpose, celebration, and true community impact.
Purchase Tickets or Become a Sponsor!
Your support isn’t just appreciated—it’s essential. Together, we are creating a place where girls and women learn to rise, lead, belong, and believe in themselves again.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you at the Boots & Ballgowns Gala this year!
Thank You for Believing in GaitWay.
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Where is it happening?
5327 Liberty School Road Suite 101, Hillsboro, MO, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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