The Cor Leonis "Heart of the Lion" Gala is a black-tie event and a great opportunity to get dressed up for a fun, formal evening of gathering together with the CDA community. In the spirit of the Cowboys and Rangers, feel free to add some Texas chic to your attire: boots & ballgowns, suits and Stetsons. OR, in light of the athletic stadiums adjacent to our gala venue, don't be afraid to finish your formal look with some stylish sneakers or bedazzled kicks. Ladies: Full-length Gown, Formal Jumpsuit, or Cocktail Dress Gentlemen: Jacket and Slacks, Suit and Tie, or Tuxedo Footwear: Formal shoes, Cowboy Boots, Stylish Sneakers, or Bedazzled Tennies.

Yes! Gala guests may enjoy an exclusive nightly rate of $249 (about $400 off prices for March 2025). A booking link will be shared in your ticket purchase confirmation email. There is a limited supply of rooms at this exclusive rate, so be sure to purchase gala tickets as soon as they become available. Early sponsors will be given a complimentary night to make the event a wonderful staycation!

**Please note there are two Loews hotels across the street from each other in Arlington, Texas. CDA's Heart of the Lion Gala is at the smaller of the two hotels, called Live! By Loews. It is on the southern side of Randol Mill Road, the same side of the street as Globe Life Field and Texas Live! LIVE! BY LOEWS 1600 E. Randol Mill Rd. Arlington, Texas 76011 VALET PARKING The Live! by Loews Hotel has extended a discounted valet parking rate of $21 (originally $39) for guests of CDA's Cor Leonis "Heart of the Lion" Gala. PUBLIC PARKING ACCESSIBLE VIA SKYWALK Public Parking is available directly across the street (entrance just west of the hotel on Randol Mill) and is accessible by a beautiful indoor skywalk. Parking is $4 per two-hour period, and you will need to download and pay via an app. Once parked, proceed to the third-floor skywalk to cross over to the Live! By Loews Hotel. Coram Deo Academy's Cor Leonis "Heart of the Lion" Gala will be hosted in the Arlington Ballroom on the 2nd Floor of the Live! by Loews Hotel. The ballroom lobby has sweeping views of Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium with large, stunning water fountains and a winding river forested area between the two.

Thank you! We appreciate your support of CDA's Cor Leonis "Heart of the Lion" Gala. We are welcoming donated auction items and would love to receive them before February 20th, 2025. Please fill out the Donated Auction Item Form or email development@cdalions.org. Businesses: would you like to promote your company or services but don't have something tangible to give? Use our Gala Wish List to purchase an item for the auction. You will be listed as the donor, and we will promote your business when highlighting the item on social media, in emails, and with an 8.5 x 11 framed flyer next to the item at the gala! Peruse options here or choose an item that would complement your business (i.e. - home appliance for a realtor, car accessories for an auto repair shop, or STEM toys for a tutoring center). Donated items may be dropped off on campus or shipped directly to CDA's District Office: Coram Deo Academy Attn: Gala 417 Oakbend Drive, Suite 250 Lewisville, TX 75067 Questions? Call 972-441-4388

Each year, it takes a village of volunteers to pull off one of CDA's most exciting events, the Cor Leonis "Heart of the Lion" Gala. We welcome you to join us on this rewarding adventure and serve alongside fellow Lions as we prepare for the event months ahead of time, set up on the day of, or even help the week following the gala. Please email us to discuss how best we can plug you in to our volunteer team.

Please email or call Coram Deo Academy's Office of Development at (972) 441-4388.