Actually, most nonprofit fundraisers will tell you that galas are more of a waste of time than a waste of money: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/posteverything/wp/2017/09/26/charity-galas-can-waste-money-and-the-irs-doesnt-always-notice-when-they-do/?utm_term=.125cf3f6ab9f

Nonprofit advocates & fundraisers—use this handy tool to better pitch reporters when seeking publicity:  http://www.mrss.com/lab/make-the-perfect-reporter-pitch-with-mrs-newest-tool/?utm_source=newpost&utm_medium=emaildigest&utm_campaign=Lab