PAT CRONIN FOUNDATION
Be Wise Ball
7pm. Saturday 28th June 2025
Melbourne Town Hall
The Be Wise Ball is a black-tie event that offers guests a dazzling night of world-class entertainment, amazing food and drinks, and chances to win incredible prizes.
The Be Wise Ball is not only an entertaining evening out but also an opportunity to remember Pat and support the Foundation’s important work to End the Coward Punch.
Major Live Auction 1
The Ultimate Footy Experience
Two prizes in one
- Go behind the mic at 3AW with a live radio experience at an AFL home-and-away game
- Two reserved tickets to the 2025 AFL Grand Final.
Major Live Auction 2
Channel 9’s ‘THE BLOCK‘
VIP Exclusive
- You and five friends will be among the first to tour the finished 2025 Block house before the public
- Step inside the show’s iconic properties and experience the magic up close
Where in the World Travel Raffle
Limited to 200 x $100 tickets
Enter to win return flights worth up to $4,000 to any destination anywhere in the world.
Where will you go?
(Thanks to Le Pine Funerals)
Grange Wine Raffle
Limited to 100 x $50 tickets
Don’t miss your chance to win a stunning bottle of Penfolds Grange
Everyone walks away with a bottle of Penfolds wine!
(Thanks to Treasury Wines)
Tickets for Raffles on sale throughout the evening – raffles will be drawn on the night.
Silent Auction Winners are asked to complete payment and take home items on leaving the town hall.
Staff and volunteers will be on hand to help with all raffles and auctions.
Silent Auctions
Tiger Eye Bracelet – rose gold – Francesca Jewellery
2x 30 Minute Introductory Flights – Learn to Fly
Signed Print – Nick Daicos – SE Products
Signed Print – Dustin Martin – SE Products
2 x A Reserve Tickets to Shakespeare Under The Stars – Australian Shakespeare Co.
Richmond Football Club Inner Sanctum tickets for 2 plus signed 2025 Guernsey – Richmond FC
Richmond Football Club print – Jeff Patchell
Olympic Print – Jeff Patchell
Earrings and Necklace – Eltham Midway Jewellers
Ride2BeWise Jersey & Cycling Cap – PCF
High tea at Parliament House for 6 – Vicki Ward, Colin Brooks, Kate Thwaites
Silent Auctions
Beresford Wines Gift Pack (range of 6 premium wines) – VOK Beverages
High tea at Parliament House – Brad Rowswell
Fremantle Football Club – signed jumper – Sam Switkowski
Ifly Indoor Skydiving Experience – Emma Little
Gift pack – handbag & $100 voucher – Ritz of Rosanna
Running pack – PCF (singlet, 2 caps, drink bottle)– PCF
Roger Federer signed T Shirt – David George
The Front Bar – 4 tickets – The Front Bar
Peninsula Hotsprings vouchers (2) – Peninsula Hot Springs
Gift Hamper – Empathy Gift Company
Silent Auctions
Hot Coals Catering voucher – Hot Coals Catering
4WD driving lights and light bar – ARV
Eynesbury Golf Club – round for 4 – Eynesbury Golf Club
The Ringwood Club – Voucher – The Ringwood Club
Counter Meal with Richo for 4 – Matthew Richardson
Carlton Football Club – signed jumper and cap– Carlton FC
Golf simulation package for 4 people – Craig Clarke
Dinner at Cinders, Terminus Hotel, North Fitztroy – Joseph Schwef
2025 – “Screamin’ Eagles”
Named after their favorite Harley-Davidson high performance parts, that’s what they bring to every gig, high performance!
This 6 piece outfit have built a cult following as serious entertainers!
Playing the Eagles and everything else.
Be Wise Ball 2025 Sponsors
FAQs
What time does the event start and finish?
Doors open at 7:00pm, with formalities commencing at 7:30pm and the night wraps up at 12:00am
What is the dress code?
Black tie—either full suit and tie (doesn’t have to necessarily be a black tie) or long or cocktail style dress.
Do I need to bring a physical ticket?
No physical ticket is required. We’ll have a seating plan at the entrance with your name and table number.
What’s included with my ticket?
A three-course meal and drinks including beer, wine, and soft drinks.
Is there parking available?
Yes, the closest parking is at Flinders Gate Wilson Parking via Flinders Lane or Flinders Street. It’s also a short walk from Flinders Street Station.
Is the event wheelchair accessible?
Yes, there are ramps at the entrance to the Town Hall.
What entertainment is planned?
We’ve got live music, dancing with the Screamin’ Eagles, and Jacqui Felgate as our incredible emcee.
Will there be auctions or raffles?
Yes! Two major auctions, 30+ silent auction items, and two raffles—including your chance to win a bottle of 2013 Grange or a $4,000 travel prize.
Major Sponsor Package
$25,000 (+GST)
Each Major Sponsor will receive significant exposure at the Be Wise Ball including:
One table of 10 at the Be Wise Ball in a prime position.
Full-page recognition in the program.
Company logo displayed on large screens at regular intervals during the event.
Logo and recognition on the Foundation website, linked to your website.
Logo on media wall and on your tables.
Verbal acknowledgement by the MC during the evening.
Two free standing banners supplied by the sponsor, in the venue in a prominent position.
LinkedIn post recognising your sponsorship and support of the Pat Cronin Foundation.
Acknowledgement on social media, corporate newsletter and all emails to attendees.
Branded social assets to promote your support on your channels.
Branded social assets to promote your support on your channels.
Be Wise Workplace presentation to your team or club.
Gold Sponsor Package
$10,000 (+GST)
Each Gold Sponsor will enjoy:
One table of 10 at the Be Wise Ball.
Logo recognition as a Gold Sponsor in the program.
Logo on the Be Wise Ball website, linked to your website.
LinkedIn post recognising your sponsorship and support of the Pat Cronin Foundation.
Verbal acknowledgement by the MC during the evening.
Acknowledgement on social media, corporate newsletter and all emails to attendees.
Branded social assets to promote your support on your channels.
Wine Raffle Sponsor
$5,000 (+GST)
For this opportunity, participants purchase tickets for a chance to win one bottle of Penfolds Grange, one of Australia’s most prestigious and sought-after wines. Everyone walks away with a bottle of wine!
Two tickets to the Be Wise Ball.
Detailed prize description and acknowledgement on the raffle prize list.
Verbal acknowledgement by the MC during the evening.
Program Sponsor
$5,000 (+GST)
This opportunity gives you a half page advert in the program otherwise only available to major sponsors, as well as verbal acknowledgement by the MC during the evening and on social media.
Corporate Table Sponsor
$4,000 (+GST)
Each Corporate Table Sponsor will enjoy:
One table of 10 at the Be Wise Ball..
Tabletop banner display.
LinkedIn post recognising your sponsorship and support of the Pat Cronin Foundation.
Branded social assets to promote your support on your channels.
Photo Booth Sponsor
$2,500 (+GST)
This opportunity gives you two tickets to the Be Wise Ball, as well as your logo on the printed photos attendees take home, or to put up on the staffroom wall! There is also verbal acknowledgement by the MC during the evening.
Silent Auction and
Raffle Donations
Donate a unique experience, holiday, sport item, lifestyles, homewares, electronic product or a gift voucher as a silent auction or raffle prize and receive the following benefits:
Acknowledgement and logo in the printed program.
Company logo included on the Pat Cronin Foundation website, linked to your website.
Detailed prize description and acknowledgement in the silent auction or raffle prize list.
Detailed prize description and logo displayed on the dedicated silent auction website.
The Pat Cronin Foundation is committed to ending senseless social violence that destroys young lives. We hope to achieve this vision by providing an optimistic voice and empowering approach to awareness, education and research—working with schools, clubs, workplaces, community groups and young people to End the Coward Punch together.
Through sponsorship, your organisation can align with a purpose-driven cause, demonstrate leadership in CSR and engage your Team or Clients in a meaningful and memorable way.
To learn more about how you can get involved through sponsoring the Be Wise Ball, contact us today!
