YMCA GALA
INSPIRING GENEROSITY
Since its inception, the Y’s signature fundraising event has raised nearly $1.8 million to benefit families within our community. This elegant evening celebrates charitable giving at the YMCA by showcasing the Y’s impact in our community and the generous donors who help to make our mission come to life each and every day. Funds raised at this annual event benefit the Y’s scholarship assistance program, which helps to ensure that no one is turned away from the YMCA due to the inability to pay.
The 2025 YMCA Gala will be held at Bolingbrook Golf Club on Saturday, February 22!
This elegant evening includes:
- A Cocktail Hour, Dinner, and Open Bar
- Silent and Live Auctions
- Raise the Paddle Giving Opportunities
- Exciting Raffles
- Live Entertainment and Dancing
There is currently a waitlist for this event. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact the Volunteer and Special Events Director Dori Fugate at (815) 782-0502.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND RAFFLES
Corporate Sponsorship
Limited sponsorship opportunities remain. You can purchase a sponsorship by visiting our Event Headquarters.
Program Book Ads
Local businesses can show their support by purchasing a program book ad. Ads are available for $100, $250, and $500. Purchase your ad by visiting our our Event Headquarters.
Cash Raffle Tickets
This year’s Cash Raffle is generously sponsored by Grundy Bank. Raffle tickets cost $25 and 3 amazing prizes are available: $2,000, $1,000 and $500
Winners will be drawn during the YMCA Gala on February 22 but do not need to be present to win. Only 400 tickets will be sold.
Toast of the Town (New for 2025)
Indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience with this exceptional raffle, designed for the true connoisseur. Winner will receive a gorgeous, custom-made, barrel bar stocked with Blanton's Single Barrel, Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch, Heaven Hill Kentucky Straight, Eagle Rare (Aged 10 Years), Weller Antique 107, Elijah Craig Small Batch, and other spirits. Raffle tickets cost $50.
Winner will be announced at the YMCA Gala and does not need to be present to win. Only 200 tickets will be sold.
LEARN MORE
If you have questions about the YMCA Gala, please contact:
EVENT INFORMATION
Dori Fugate
Volunteer and Special Events Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (815) 782-0502
SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
Donnie Chestnutt
Mission Advancement Director
Email: dchestnutt@jolietymca.
Phone: (815) 782-0800
