Breakthrough’s Gala: The Catalyst for Change
Tickets are now on sale for Breakthrough's Gala: The Catalyst for Change, proudly presented by SkyCity Adelaide.
By definition, ‘a catalyst sets change in motion.’ This event is just that…..and your part involved is integral.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of sophistication and purpose, set against the stunning backdrop of the SkyCity Adelaide Ballroom. Indulge in a gourmet dining experience, enjoy exceptional entertainment, and be inspired by a powerful line-up of speakers. This is more than a gala, it’s your invitation to be part of a bold movement with a lasting legacy in the mental health of the next generation.
Friday, 10th October 2025 – 6PM
LOCATION
SkyCity Ballroom, North Terrace Adelaide
Black Tie
Why the focus?
Held on World Mental Health Day, Friday 10 October, this unforgettable evening marks a historic milestone: Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation’s first-ever National Catalyst Grant Round.
Help us to reach our goal of raising $100,000 in seed funding, which will launch Breakthrough’s Catalyst Grant Round, an ambitious co-investment initiative designed to unlock vital funds, for national mental health research funding. From online extremism to gender-based violence, pressure to succeed and be liked, to identity confusion, society today is navigating complex pressures that are reshaping their emotional and psychological wellbeing. Our current research efforts are not moving fast enough to understand, let alone prevent this transformation.
Know the Statistics
Suicide is the leading cause of death among Young Australians aged 15 to 44.
50% of diagnosable mental illness onsets between 11 and 14.
75% of diagnosable mental illness onsets before age 24.
3-course dinner
5-hour drinks package
Keynote speakers
Live Music and DJ
Live Auctions
Become a sponsor and gain valuable exposure at this historic event. It’s your chance to make your brand become part of the catalyst to ignite lasting change for future generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday, 10th October 2025 at SkyCity Ballroom, North Terrace Adelaide, South Australia
Yes, it is Black Tie
There will be fully accredited Mental Health First Aid Staff on site on the night, for those who find any content triggering.
Yes, however we ask that you are mindful for people who feel vulnerable, who may not feel comfortable.
For social media, we ask that you include the following hashtags:
#breakthroughmentalhealthfoundation #mentalhealthawarness #Catalystforchange #SkyCityAdelaide
This event will cover mature adult conversations, and we consider this event suitable for persons 18+.
Yes, please contact our head of events Magda Pearce mpearce@breakthroughfoundation.org.au.
Yes, SkyCity Adelaide is accessible, with wheel ramps and multiple lifts throughout the grounds. Please visit www.skycityadelaide.com.au for more information.
Three-course meal, five-hour drinks package, live music, guest speakers, activity sessions and live auction set within the glamorous SkyCity Adelaide Ballroom.
Festival Car Park is an underground car park, located on Festival Drive, right next to SkyCity Adelaide and the Adelaide Festival Centre.
Yes, you can. We ask that they contact us, so that we can record their contact details for security purposes. Magda Pearce mpearce@breakthroughfoundation.org.au.
Please contact our head of events. Please note, we need this information no later than 72 hours prior to the event. Magda Pearce mpearce@breakthroughfoundation.org.au.
