The 18th Annual Spring Gala held on Saturday, April 28th raised over $1.5 million for homeless children and families all across Massachusetts! Horizons for Homeless Children thanks all who supported the event this year. Without your dedication to our mission, our work would not be possible.
Horizons for Homeless Children held its 18th Annual Spring Gala Saturday, April 28 at the Seaport Hotel in Boston. The prestigious fundraiser raised over $1.5 million, making it the most financially successful fundraiser to date for the organization. Funds will go towards programs and services for homeless children and their families.
“This year’s Gala was a huge success," said Sue Heilman, Executive Director, Horizons for Homeless Children. “Everyone had a wonderful time and I am confident that they walked away inspired by the work we are doing to help homeless children thrive.”
Emceed by Channel 7/CW 56 news anchor Frances Rivera, the 18th Annual Spring Gala, themed “A Night for Tomorrow" featured cocktails, dinner, music (Manhattan Touch) and dancing, auctions and raffle (the choice between a jet ski or a snow mobile!). Some of the auction items included up-close and personal experiences with the Boston Celtics and Boston Red Sox, a trip to Bermuda, tickets to Jimmy Kimmel Live and much more! Winston Flowers provided the exquisite floral arrangements.
The 18th Annual Spring Gala was made possible with the generous contributions of our corporate and individual sponsors. Presenting sponsor this year was the Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation. Other major corporate supporters of the Gala included Bain Capital Children’s Charity, Ltd. and The Abbey Group.
More than 400 guests attended the gala. “It was a thrilling night," Sue Heilman said. “We thank all of the wonderful committee members and sponsors who made our Spring Gala so incredibly successful! The impact on our services for young homeless children and families will be significant.”
Special thanks to all of our generous sponsors, including:
