# Event Details - **Event Name**: 4th Annual Gala of Giving: 40 Years of Impact Black Tie Event - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: NAMI Central Florida presents our 4th Annual Gala of GivingIts our Ruby Year! Join us in celebrating our 40 years of Impact.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:All tickets must be purchased through our website. https://namicf.org/get-involved/annual-events/4th-annual-gala-of-giving-hope-event/Early Bird Ticket Sales: 7/1/2026-8/31/2026General Ticket Sales: 9/1/2026-10/6/2026For Sponsorship Opportunities contact: development.manager@namicf.org4th Annual Gala of Giving HOPE: Celebrating 40 Years of ImpactJoin NAMI Central Florida for an unforgettable evening of elegance, inspiration, and impact at the 4th Annual Gala of Giving HOPE, a Black-Tie celebration commemorating our Ruby Anniversary—40 Years of Impact serving individuals and families affected by mental health conditions throughout Central Florida.Held on Friday, October 9, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the beautiful Winter Park Event Center, this milestone event will bring together community leaders, advocates, supporters, and changemakers for an evening dedicated to hope, healing, and the future of mental health.Guests will enjoy an exceptional culinary experience provided by John Michael Catering & Weddings, inspiring stories of resilience and recovery, special recognition of community champions, exciting fundraising opportunities, and a powerful keynote presentation by former University of Florida basketball standout, international professional athlete, and author Patric Young.Drawing from his personal journey of overcoming adversity, Patric will share an inspiring message of perseverance, purpose, and the strength to rise above life's challenges.As we celebrate four decades of advocacy, education, support, and hope, every dollar raised will help ensure NAMI Central Florida can continue providing free mental health programs and services to those who need them most.Date: Friday, October 9, 2026Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMLocation: Winter Park Event Center, Winter Park, FloridaAttire: Black TieDuring the cocktail hour enjoy our Ruby Year specialty cocktail/mocktail called the "Ruby Legacy". At the end of the evening, there will be a "Sweet Hour" filled with dessert and coffee with the opportunity to have an intimate experience with guest speaker Patric Young.Together, we will honor the past, celebrate the present, and invest in a future filled with hope. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/0350c9f0-6602-11f1-8df8-dd9fbbd297b2-rimg-w592-h740-dc46081b-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/winter-park/4th-annual-gala-of-giving-40-years-of-impact-black-tie-event/100001991599345254 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, art, mental-health, fine-arts, literary-art, charities - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Valet Parking: Complimentary - Doors Open At: 5:00 PM ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 161.9, max: 161.9, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Winter Park - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Winter Park Events Center - **lat**: 28.5971601 - **long**: -81.3633723 - **full address**: Winter Park Events Center, 1050 West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Event Photo 1 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/live6a43ed8513884.png - **Alt text**: Event Photo 2 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/live6a43ed851a959.png - **Alt text**: Event Photo 3 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/live6a43ed84c7026.png ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 4th Annual Gala of Giving: 40 Years of Impact Black Tie Event being held? - **A:** 4th Annual Gala of Giving: 40 Years of Impact Black Tie Event takes place on Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Winter Park Events Center, 1050 West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 4th Annual Gala of Giving: 40 Years of Impact Black Tie Event? - **A:** 4th Annual Gala of Giving: 40 Years of Impact Black Tie Event is organized by NAMI Central Florida. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 4th Annual Gala of Giving: 40 Years of Impact Black Tie Event is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Winter Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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