10th Annual MarineMax Yacht Gala ®
Join us for the 10th Annual MarineMax Yacht Gala, an unforgettable evening under the stars in support of a life-changing cause. Over the years, this successful event has raised more than $2.2 million for Golisano Children’s Hospital, and we invite you to help us make an even greater impact this year. Guests will step aboard stunning yachts, enjoy cocktails, a gourmet dinner, live entertainment, and take part in an exciting live and super silent auction—all while surrounded by friends, family, and others united in support of children’s health.
This year’s gala proudly benefits the newly launched SEA STAR Program (Safety Education Awareness, Sensory Training – Autism Readiness), a first-of-its-kind initiative created in April 2024 to enhance care for pediatric patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and sensory processing difficulties. With 1 in 6 children experiencing sensory sensitivities, the SEA STAR Program is transforming care by fostering a more supportive and inclusive hospital environment. In recognition of this effort, Golisano Children’s Hospital became the first Certified Autism Center in Florida. Through a partnership with The Lee Health Foundation, the Yacht Gala will help expand vital resources for this groundbreaking program and the children and families it serves.
All proceeds will go to the Sea Star program.
An Evening Under the Stars
Under the stars is where it all takes place. During the event, guests will get to enjoy an enchanted evening around stunning yachts while in attendance.
“The Yacht Gala is always a spectacular evening where luxury meets purpose,” said Trudi Kemmis, MarineMax Yacht Gala Lead Organizer. “Our guests enjoy an unforgettable night while helping support sick and injured children and their families right here in our community. Golisano Children’s Hospital is an extraordinary institution, and we are proud to stand behind its mission to provide the very best care for our region and beyond.”
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About Golisano Children's Hospital
The Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida built a facility to provide only the highest quality care to kids close to home. Each staff member is dedicated to caring for children with compassion, kindness, and respect. The beautiful, state-of-the-art hospital is the only acute care children’s hospital between Tampa and Miami. The hospital brings the highest quality pediatric care to our region’s children.
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