December 1 Takeover of Nickelodeon Universe to Benefit Children and Families Facing Illness and Crisis
Get ready for a completely new kind of philanthropic experience. On December 1, 2026, Chai Lifeline is taking its annual year-end benefit to the next level with an exclusive, full-park takeover of Nickelodeon Universe at the American Dream Mall. Dubbed “Dream Big,” this one-of-a-kind event invites donors, corporate partners, and the community to step outside the traditional gala ballroom and directly into the joy and support they are helping to create.
Designed to foster a deeply interactive and immersive environment, the Dream Big event offers a profoundly unique format. Supporters are encouraged to bring their entire families for an unforgettable evening of unlimited rides and premium entertainment. Most importantly, donors and their children will be sharing the park right alongside the very Chai Lifeline families their contributions support.
“Childhood illness affects the entire family, and our community’s support must do exactly the same,” said Rabbi Simcha Scholar, CEO of Chai Lifeline. “We designed ‘Dream Big’ for families to celebrate together, giving our donors the unique opportunity to not just support our mission, but to experience it firsthand. Watching our supporters and their children share the thrills and laughter of a theme park with the Chai Lifeline families they champion all year long is the truest expression of what we stand for.”
This immersive approach also provides an exciting, high-energy platform for donors and corporate sponsors. The event offers high-impact, experiential branding opportunities where partners can secure exclusive naming rights to major rides, attractions, and giveaways, gaining massive brand visibility while providing their own families and friends with VIP park access.
All proceeds from the Dream Big event will go directly toward benefitting children and families impacted by illness and crisis, funding Chai Lifeline’s critical network of emotional, social, and financial support services.
To reserve your tickets and sponsorships today, or to learn more about the event, visit Chailifeline.org/DreamBig.
