We raised a record high $206,000!

In an evening that could best be described as magical, our community of supporters left us speechless. From the record sell out of our tickets in 75 minutes to the live auction that raised $13,000 in what felt like seconds, we simply couldn’t do it without your support.

We are a community who shows up for others in an evening that promises to keep charity and fun rolled up into one show stopping party. We did it, together. I always get to choose one picture to capture the evening. I had hundreds to choose from. I kept coming back to this picture. Because at the end of the day, it isn’t about the incredible music or the top shelf martinis. It isn’t about the dress or the speech. It’s about the parents who we stand proudly next to. It’s about the next generation of NICU families that won’t need to feel alone. This picture is why we show up.

For a second year in a row your support broke the $200,000 mark. Just one evening yielded over $206,000. These funds help us continue to DREAM BIG for the event and and the community in which we serve.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Save the date! January 17th

Tickets go on sale May 1 at 12 noon…
You won’t want to miss next years theme as we celebrate a decade of NICU love and support!

With Gratitude,
Kelly Gallagher

 

Thank you to our amazing board!

  • Kelly Gallagher
  • Rachael Balascak
  • Katie Roberts
  • Amanda Duffy
  • Bridget McKinney
  • Joseph Stampone
  • Alysha Onesti
  • Salvatore Punturiero
  • Dawn Halsey

a night we will never forget!

Life after the NICU seems impossible when you have to leave your baby at the hospital after giving birth . You’re in such a dark place, and feel so lost in the drive back and forth visiting everyday. The Gala represents Hope , and is a reminder that there is light at the end of the tunnel. For me It’s also a way to give back, and shines a little light to the next family getting ready to leave the hospital without their baby that there is Life after the NICU.
-Jaclyn Schenk, NICU Parent

speakers & performances

Thank You Go Go Gadjet!

Thank You Justin Moreno!

Thank You Woodland String band!

Thank You Eagles Pep Band!

Thank You Cheerleaders!

Thank You Phanatic & Swoop!

Thank you to our 2025 gala sponsors!

PRESENTING Sponsor – $30,000

batman Sponsors – $10,000

hulk sponsors – $5,000

champagne garden sponsor – $5,000

late night snack sponsor

special thank you

Tim Dailey & Victoria Young

2025 joe nocero superhero of the year

Our most prestigious award, this award is given to a family or individual who embodies incredible superhero strength during a difficult time and champions our message of hope through furthering the mission for NICU families.

Don’t Forget the reason we are doing this.

SILENT AUCTION

Thank You to all the businesses and supporters for donating an item for our silent auction!

Gift card donations

Thank You to all the businesses and supporters for donating gift cards used in our fundraising games.

can we talk about last year…