Project Gallantly Forward

Stars, Stripes and Ugly Sweaters

Project Gallantly Forward’s Annual Fundraiser Event

Get ready for a night of philanthropy and festivity! The Ugly Sweater Party is back and uglier than ever.

When: Friday, December 5, 2025 from 6p-11p eastern

Where: Beni Event Room

1200 Mountain Creek Rd 200 Building Ste 201 Chattanooga, TN

Located in the Four Squares Business Center at the base of Signal Mountain

Purchase Tickets

Don your ugliest Christmas sweater for a night of fun where we can raise awareness for Veteran suicide, and raise funds to support our mission to help Veterans move forward together. This is a charity event to raise funds for PGF’s year-round Veteran retreat programs. Project Gallantly Forward’s annual fundraising event is more than a festive gathering. It’s a chance for our community to come together in support of those who’ve served. With live music, food, raffles, auctions, and plenty of holiday cheer, this event helps fund the healing work PGF does all year long.

Veterans: Get 5 extra raffle tickets when you show your Veteran ID on entry ($10 value)

What to Expect:

VIP Experience

For our sponsors and Allies of PGF* (Donors of $1,000+ in 2025), the evening will begin with early access at 5p for a complimentary drink at the VIP cocktail hour , featuring signature cocktails from Rolling Oaks Distillery. You’ll participate in exclusive raffle drawings, and get the first look at the silent and live auction items.

The Ugly Sweater Party

The party begins at 6p.

As you walk in, you’ll be welcomed by festive music, gloriously tacky attire, and decorated tables to match.

Snap a photo of your ugliest sweater on the red carpet, and if yours is truly the ugliest you could even win some PGF merch!

Take a peek at what you might win at the raffle table.

Sip on signature cocktails from Rolling Oak Distillery.

Win auction items – for yourself or check someone off your Christmas list.

New this year: Top off the night with Classic Rock and Feel-Good Country with a live concert from local band, The Kinsmen!

Admission Includes:

  • First 50 tickets purchased include a swag bag with:
    • Complimentary drink ticket
    • 5 raffle tickets
    • PGF swag/donated Items from Local Businesses
  • ALL tickets include:
    • A delicious BBQ dinner, catered and generously donated by Mission BBQ
    • Choice of dessert from the dessert bar catered by Chefs4VetsUSA
    • Scott Chase of KZ106 will emcee the night, leading what the Ugly Sweater Party has quickly become known for – so many raffles! If you know you know.
    • Keynote Speakers:
      • Lucas Lewis, founder and president of PGF, will share progress from the previous year
      • Honorary guest speakers will share inspiring stories and support for our cause
    • Exclusive access to live auction – including signature travel experiences, jewelry, and more.
    • Just in time for Christmas, you’ll have opportunity to win items in the PGF Christmas Market – a silent auction with items ranging from custom, local, and hand made to experiences.
      • Access the Christmas market at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pgfs-christmas-market.
      • New this year: All tickets will include access to a live concert featuring The Kinsmen, starting immediately after the live auction at 9p. The Kinsmen deliver hits ranging from Classic Rock to feel good Country. This after party is guaranteed to be a good time!
Access the PGF Christmas Market

Auction and Raffle Items Donated By (Check Back – Items Added Regularly!):

*Recommended age is 16+. Minors must be in attendance with parent or guardian.

Event Sponsors

Tier 3 Sponsor – $2500+

Tier 2 Sponsor – $1200+

Tier 1 Sponsor – $500+

For more information about donating items for the auction, sponsorship and marketing opportunities, please see our sponsorship package or email Ashley Latham at Ashley@projectgallantlyforward.org. 

Allies of Project Gallantly Forward (2025 Donors of $1000+): Your tickets are on us. You will receive 2 tickets to the party with VIP early entry, your name on the donor appreciation board at the party and on our website, as well as future exclusive Ally events and updates.

It’s not too late to be an Ally! Any individual or business who reaches this donor level prior to the party will receive this benefit package. Donations can be made at www.projectgallantlyforward.com/donate.

About Project Gallantly Forward: Project Gallantly Forward has a non-traditional approach to provide healing for the visible and invisible wounds of war by offering a peaceful, safe veteran retreat in rural Tennessee. Participation in the program will be free of charge to Veterans with their loved ones. Veterans will have access to a private working farm where they can have the time and space to begin healing while in the company of other veterans who are on the same path.  Our goal is for the retreat to have six fully furnished cabins, available for five-day stays for veterans and their families. This model has the capability to reach over 300 veteran families each year. Additionally, there will be staff cabins available for use for volunteer disabled veteran staff to stay while working at the retreat. Learn more about our mission at www.projectgallantyforward.org

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Project Gallantly Forward is a nonprofit, tax exempt public charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (federal tax ID #88-4278909). Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.

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