On Saturday 14 November 2026, The Sparkle Gala returns to Dubai for an evening of impact for children in Malawi and India, and Elite Horizon is proud to support it. We have donated a 3-burner BBQ to the gala's silent auction, and we would love to see as many of our customers, partners and friends there as possible. If you have been looking for a night out that does real good, this is it: reserve a seat or a table and come and join us.
The Sparkle Gala 2026 at a glance
- Theme: Under One Sky
- Date and time: Saturday 14 November 2026, from 6:30pm
- Venue: The Plaza at Uptown Dubai
- Dress code: Black tie or national dress
- Parking: Complimentary valet
- Held in partnership with: Dubai Humanitarian
- Fundraising target: AED 3 million, with more than 400 guests expected
The Sparkle Gala 2025. Image: The Sparkle Foundation.
Where the money goes
After a 10% contribution to Dubai Humanitarian, the proceeds are shared equally between two charities that change lives every single day.
The Sparkle Foundation, Malawi
Founded in 2015 by Sarah Brook, The Sparkle Foundation runs schools, a farm and a training centre across four sites in Zomba, providing education, nutrition, healthcare and community support for women and children. More than 30,000 lives have been transformed so far. This year's funds will build a playground at the fourth site and bring solar power, water and electricity to all of them.
Harmony House, India
Founded in 2009 by Lucy Bruce, Harmony House gives children and women near Delhi free education, medical care, food, clothing and vocational training. It cares for more than 1,200 children every day and serves around 792,000 meals a year. Funds raised at the gala will help it reach more children and women in Gurgaon, including those with special needs.
To give a sense of what your support does: AED 150 provides a month of education, meals and healthcare for a child in Malawi, and AED 500 covers six weeks of meals, clothing, education support and day care for a child in India.
Our silent auction prize: a 3-burner BBQ
Outdoor cooking is all about bringing people together around good food, which felt like the right fit for a night built on community. Our 3-burner gas BBQ is a proper family grill for the garden, terrace or villa, with room to cook for a crowd once the cooler months arrive. The highest bidder takes it home, and every bid helps the children the gala supports.
The silent auction runs online through YallaGive from 31 October, so you can bid on our BBQ even if you cannot make it on the night.
Auctions, prizes and other ways to help
The silent auction features more than 100 prizes, each valued at AED 500 or more, and on the night there is also a live auction with lots valued at AED 50,000 and above. Beyond bidding, you can help by:
- Donating online through YallaGive
- Becoming an event sponsor
- Donating an auction prize
- Volunteering before or on the night
The Sparkle Foundation is a listed Qualified Public Benefit Entity in the UAE, so business sponsorships and in-kind donations may be eligible for UAE Corporate Tax deduction. Check with your tax advisor to confirm.
The Sparkle Gala 2025 auction. Image: The Sparkle Foundation.
Book your seat or table
The gala is open to sponsors and supporters, so the best way to secure a seat or a table for your team, friends or clients is to contact the gala team directly at gala@sparklemalawi.org or visit the official Sparkle Gala page. Follow @sparklegalaofficial for updates and use #UnderOneSky and #SparkleGala2026.
We hope to see you there. Happy bidding.