In Their Shoes: Small Soles, Big Impact!

Bourbon & Bonbons Has a New Name—and an Even Bigger Mission
After five transformative years, we’re thrilled to introduce “In Their Shoes: Small Soles, Big Impacts”—a name that captures the heart of who we serve and why we fight for them every day.
Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 4-8PM
Starting Gate Suites, Churchill Downs
This isn’t just a name change—it’s a powerful statement. As we kick off Bullying Prevention Month, join us for an evening where every moment, every dollar, and every connection makes a real difference in a child’s life.
What awaits you:
- Fall racing at the iconic Churchill Downs
- Our beloved Bourbon Pull with premium selections
- Curated silent auction featuring must-have items
- An atmosphere where purpose meets celebration
Why This Matters More Than Ever
The crisis is real. Severe budget cuts and disappearing public funding have left thousands of Louisville’s most vulnerable children without the protection they desperately need. Critical child abuse prevention programs—the ones that literally save lives—are facing elimination.
But here’s what we know: When we come together, we create miracles. Your presence at this event directly funds the programs that:
- Teach children to recognize danger and speak up
- Provide safe spaces for healing and growth
- Train adults to spot warning signs and take action
- Transform trauma into resilience
Every Child Deserves to Walk Safely in Their Own Shoes
This event honors the real journeys of the brave young people we serve. It celebrates the life-changing impact that supporters like you make possible. And it ensures that no child in our community faces abuse alone.
Together, we’re not just attending an event—we’re building a movement.
Ready to Join Our Mission?
Sponsorship opportunities are still available with meaningful benefits that showcase your commitment to protecting children. Your partnership amplifies our impact and demonstrates your organization’s values in action.
Because when we step into their shoes, we understand that small soles can create the biggest impacts of all.
Sponsorship Levels & Benefits
- Private Suite with signage
- 12 Tickets / 6 Reserved seats on Sponsorship Row
- Swag bags for each of your 12 guests
- Private in-suite wagering machine
- Covered balcony overlooking Starting Gate and Final Turn
- Prominent social media promotion
- Logo in digital, screens, and website
- 1 ECHO training for up to 25 people
- 8 Tickets / 1 Reserved table on Sponsorship Row
- Prominent social media promotion
- Logo in digital, screens, and website
- 1 ECHO training for up to 25 people
- 4 Tickets / 2 Reserved seats on Sponsorship Row
- Prominent social media promotion
- Logo in digital, screens, and website
- 2 Tickets
- Social media promotion
- Recognition in digital, screens, and website