The holiday season is about giving, sharing joy, and making memories—and this year, we’re thrilled to say we accomplished all that and more! On December 10th, the ILEA San Antonio Chapter hosted our annual Gingerbread House Decorating event, bringing festive cheer to over 70 individuals with intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) in our community and SA Life. This magical day wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity and hard work of our incredible sponsors, members and volunteers.
A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
First and foremost, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our headline sponsors who made this event extraordinary:
Your contributions created a festive atmosphere that will live in these children’s hearts forever. From music to personalized touches, every detail you provided brought this celebration to life.
We also want to acknowledge the invaluable support of:
Cyndi Lepp (Absolute Rentals)
Julie McGarraugh (McNay Art)
ASI Event Services (Raul
Tammy Blalock (Sā Events)
Scott Frankel
Ceneferth Kropp (Bluebonnet Fields Floral)
Leonor Gonzalez
Sonia Freeman (Aria Productions)
Mariana Duzanky (Forever Wedding Services)
Brides by Elizabeth (Theresa Ashmore)
Adventures in San Antonio
Your dedication—whether through professional services, donated supplies, or hands-on help—did not go unnoticed. Thank you for going above and beyond to make this event a success!
A Community Tradition of Giving Back
This annual event is a beloved tradition for the ILEA San Antonio Chapter, dating back years as part of our mission to give back to the community. Each year, we aim to bring joy and togetherness to local families, reminding us all of the importance of sharing our time, resources, and talents.
This year, the gingerbread houses became a canvas for creativity and joy, a testament to the power of community. Seeing the smiles and hearing the laughter of these children as they decorated their houses was a gift in itself.
Gratitude for Our Volunteers and Donors
To everyone who donated a gingerbread house (or two!) or volunteered their time—thank you. Your contributions ensured that every child had a house to decorate and memories to cherish. Events like this only succeed because of the collective efforts of kind-hearted individuals like you.
Whether you were there in person, donated supplies, or shared your professional services, please know that you played a crucial role in spreading holiday cheer.
Looking Ahead
As we reflect on this heartwarming event, we’re already excited for what’s to come. This community project grows stronger every year, and we’re proud to be part of such an amazing network of professionals and volunteers who care deeply about giving back.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this year’s Gingerbread House Decorating event a huge success. Here’s to many more years of spreading festive joy and making a difference, one gingerbread house at a time.
