Journeys of Courage
Reach for Ralph 2025
Join Us for Reach for Ralph
Thursday, June 26
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
The Metropolitan Ballroom
5418 Wayzata Blvd., Golden Valley, MN 55416
Click here for directions to the Metropolitan Ballroom
Reach for Ralph is Hammer & NER‘s Annual Fundraiser. You can make a difference to people with intellectual disabilities. Enjoy dinner, auctions, and games. You will meet some of the people we support and hear their Journeys of Courage. Help us celebrate their lives and make a difference.
We hope you can join us!
• Attire: Workplace casual to semi-formal
• Free onsite parking
• A sneak peek at the auction items will be available on June 23.
Unable to attend? You can always make a donation.
New Venue: We are excited to host this year’s Reach for Ralph at the newly remodeled Metropolitan Ballroom & Clubroom in Golden Valley! It is located just off Highway 394 and Highway 100. There is lots of free parking. Please note that some tables in the dining area are only accessible by a short set of stairs. If you, or anyone in your party requires ADA accessible seating, please indicate this on your registration.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Who is Ralph and What is He Reaching For?
Ralph was a lovable boy who had a disability few people understood in the 1920’s. Most people believed Ralph should be placed in an institution but our founder, Alvina Hammer, offered a caring environment, the first Hammer School. Ralph was the inspiration for our logo figure and statues. He reaches toward the sky, symbolizing hope and striving for all that is possible. Ralph represents individuals, with differing abilities who thrive, living the life they deserve with compassionate care in their communities.
Thank you to our 2025 sponsors.
