YMCA GALA
INSPIRING GENEROSITY
Since its inception, the Y’s signature fundraising event has raised more than $2 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 2026 YMCA Gala will be held at Bolingbrook Golf Club on Saturday, February 28!
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
Tickets are now on sale! Purchase your ticket today by visiting our event headquarters.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
As the Greater Joliet Area YMCA prepares to celebrate its 100th Anniversary in 2026, we invite you to join us in commemorating this historic milestone by sponsoring the YMCA Gala. Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of this unforgettable evening as we welcome a sold-out crowd of Y supporters to celebrate a century of impact and officially kick-off our Centennial Celebration
RAFFLE OPPORTUNITIES
Cash Raffle
This year’s Cash Raffle is generously sponsored by Grundy Bank. Only 500 tickets will be sold!
Cost: $25
3 amazing prizes are available: $2,000, $1,000 and $500
Toast of the Town Raffle
In honor of the Y’s Centennial Anniversary, we’re raising a glass with our Toast of the Town Raffle! One lucky winner will receive a custom bar and a remarkable bourbon collection, including three coveted bottles of Pappy Van Winkle.
This year’s Toast of the Town Raffle is generously sponsored by Ron Tirapelli Ford. Only 200 tickets will be sold! Digital purchases only.
Cost: $100
PURCHASE TOAST OF THE TOWN RAFFLE TICKETS
The winning tickets will be drawn during the YMCA Gala on February 28.
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
