Together for Waisman Spring Benefit 2025

@ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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A stimulating initiative to improve brain function after injury or stroke
The Waisman Center is launching a groundbreaking new initiative using non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) that has the potential to transform the lives of infants and young children who have experienced early-life brain injuries. Early brain injuries can significantly impact a child’s development, affecting movement, speech, and other areas of function. Traditional interventions have had limited success in fully addressing these challenges across conditions. However, recent advancements in non-invasive brain stimulation offer new hope. This tool uses electromagnetic energy applied painlessly to the scalp to measure and influence brain activity, providing a novel and safe intervention method.

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Bernadette Gillick discusses NIBS
Watch this video to learn more about NIBS

We need your help. The Waisman Center needs to raise $500,000 to establish non-invasive brain stimulation as a tool for researchers and clinicians. These funds will secure the needed equipment to move research and interventions forward. This tool has the capacity to impact a wide range of health and developmental areas and offers a non-invasive, painless, and safe method to better understand and influence brain function and behavior. Your charitable gift advances research, improves lives, and builds a better future for children and families impacted by a brain injury.  To learn more about NIBS click the image to the right.

Join us and gather your friends for an at-home benefit on Saturday, April 26.
In appreciation for your support, our partners will receive a prepared gourmet meal by acclaimed local Chef Dave Heide available for delivery or pick-up along with goodies from Bagels Forever, Orange Tree Imports, Seafood Center, and wine from General Beverage and Phillips Wine Company.

 

When: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Where: Delivery or Pickup by Appointment at the Waisman Center between 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Your Meal:
A gourmet prepared by Chef Dave Heide
Meal Options:
Meat Option Includes: Gluten-free
  • Braised short rib with demi-glace
  • Smoked potato puree and broccolina
  • Apple salad with honey crisp apples, dried cranberries, Montrechet, candied pecans, red onions, and an apricot vinaigrette
Salmon Option Includes: Gluten-free
  • Pan-seared salmon in lemon butter
  • Roasted root vegetables and parsnip puree
  • Apple salad with honey crisp apples, dried cranberries, Montrechet, candied pecans, red onions, and an apricot vinaigrette
Vegetarian Option Includes: Gluten-free
  • Wild mushroom risotto topped with SarVecchio Parmesan
  • Apple salad with honey crisp apples, dried cranberries, Montrechet, candied pecans, red onions, and an apricot vinaigrette

Dessert for all meals: Gluten-free apple crumble

Beverages includes choice of:

  • White wine
  • Red wine
  • Sparkling water
Goodies:
Goodies from Bagels Forever, Orange Tree Imports, Seafood Center, and wine from General Beverage and Phillips Wine Company
Cost: Platinum Partner: $1,000 Includes 4 gourmet meals, 2 bottles of wine + special surprises
Ruby Partner: $800 Includes 4 gourmet meals, 2 bottles of wine + special surprise
Gold Partner: $500 Includes 4 gourmet meals, 2 bottles of wine
Silver Partner: $250 Includes 2 gourmet meals, 1 bottle of wine
Bronze Partner: $125 Includes 1 gourmet meal, 1 bottle of wine
Donation Only: Any amount. 100% tax-deductible.
FFI:
For more information, partner opportunities, and to register online, visit:
Register Online: Click Here To Register!
Deadline: Please RSVP by April 15, 2025
Hosts & Sponsor: For details about partnerships and the meal contact Teresa Palumbo.
palumbo@waisman.wisc.edu | 608.279.7460
Artwork: The Orange Tree by Christine from Malta. From the Harvey A. Stevens International Collection of Art by People with Developmental Disabilities

Orange Tree