Welcome to The Dragonfly Fundraiser on Nantucket
An evening to inspire change with mental health - Saturday, August 1, 2026
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An Evening to Benefit Mental Health
The beloved Dragonfly Fundraiser returns this Summer for its 9th year, bringing our community together to inspire change around mental health and raise vital funds for Fairwinds-Nantucket's Behavioral Health Center.
Founded by Kate Kling after the loss of her sister, Christine McGugan, a mother of three, to suicide, Dragonfly was created to transform grief into action.
Dragonfly 2026 will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 5:30–8:00 PM under the tent at Great Harbor Yacht Club. This meaningful evening, led by founder Kate Kling and co-chairs Kathy Arrix and Katie Keith.
This event would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors and supporters. Their commitment helps sustain essential mental health care for island residents of all ages.
Proceeds from Dragonfly 2026 will directly support Fairwinds’ programs and services. All donations are tax-deductible.
For additional information and to learn more about the history of Dragonfly, please visit DragonflyNantucket.org
About Fairwinds
For more than 60 years, Fairwinds—Nantucket’s Behavioral Health Center has been a trusted source of hope and healing for the island community.
Our mission is to provide confidential, quality professional care to adults and youth on Nantucket who seek mental health and addiction services. All are welcome, regardless of ability to pay.
Each year, Fairwinds serves more than 1,000 individuals and families through counseling, substance use treatment, crisis support, recovery services, and community education. As Nantucket’s oldest and largest nonprofit behavioral health center, Fairwinds remains committed to strengthening the emotional wellbeing of our island and ensuring that no one has to face life’s challenges alone.
We look forward to seeing you at Great Harbor Yacht Club
Saturday, August 1st, 2026.
5:30PM-8:00PM
Tickets on sale now!
Sponsorships are now available!
Thank you to the 2026 Dragonfly Sponsors:
Dragonfly would not be possible without our generous Sponsors.
PLATINUM - $25,000
Fairwinds Board of Directors
PALLADIUM - $15,000
Susan & John McDonough
Heather & Jimmy Mulvihill
GOLD - $10,000
Kathy & Tom Arrix
Rachel & Christopher Baker
Elizabeth Galvin
Katie & Bob Keith
Kate Lubin & Glen Sutton
Liz Ann & Robert Meier
Kristin & Anthony Noto
Ali & David Reilly
SILVER - $5,000
Kay & Peter Bernon
Karen & Chris Gagnier
Shelley & Graham Goldsmith
Sarah Johnson
Mimi & Malcolm MacLean
Pam Martin
Margaret & Brian McNeill
Kelly O'Donnell
Lindsay & John Purcell
Tara & Larry Restieri
Susan & Dave Saunders
Alissa & Jack Sebastian
Sally & Bob Siebold
Catherine & William Wappler
Nicole & Joel Whidden
BRONZE - $2,500
Anonymous - In Honor of Kathy Arrix
Lynne & Lloyd Byrne
Carolyn & Doug Everson
Carol & Ward Glassmeyer
Audra & Frank Hicks
Karen Keelan
Lydia & Mark Kennelley
Amanda McGovern & J.D. Moriarty
Catherine & John McNear
Maria & George Roach
Lauren Murray Soverino & Connor Soverino
Alison & Charles Townsend
SUPPORTER - $1,000
Anonymous
Beverly and David Barlow
Lisa & Bill Becker
Rebecca Becker
Ann Bissinger
Cheney Custom Homes
Fred Conti & Pat Neal
Miriam Ervin
Tanya McQueen & Tom Forman
Barbara & Jerry Hamelburg
Kate and Chris Kling
Alison Kohlmeyer
Elizabeth Milias
Gina & Sean O'Callaghan
Maureen Orth
Sam Parsons & Rob Morgenstern
The Tilney Family
Tara & Mike Vessels
IN KIND SPONSOR
AUCTION SPONSOR
Kathy & Tom Arrix
Barbara Clarke
Centre Pointe
Chef Colin Van Coyle
Chip Bachelder
Color Up Salon
Core
CRU
Dance Space
Elin Hilderbrand
EZIA
Forme Barre Nantucket
Galley Beach
Hang Ten Raw Bar
Heather & Jimmy Mulvihill
Island Variety
Julia Amory
Julija Mostykanova
Karen and Chris Gagnier
Kyleigh Leddy
Laura Brusca
Lauren Marttila Photography
Le Bilboquet Palm Beach
Lola 41 Nantucket
Looms
Marissa Collections
Milly & Grace
Nantucket Cycling and Fitness
Nathan Coe
Nautilus
Next Level Sports
Supta Yoga
Susie Lister Locke
Veronica Beard
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2026 Dragonfly Committee Members
Kate Kling, Founder, Co-Chairs, Kathy Arrix & Katie Keith
Rachel Baker, Rebecca Becker, Shannon Broder, Lynne Byrne, Kate Coe, Emme Duncan, Tanya Forman, Karen Gagnier, Carol Glassmeyer, Mimi MacLean, Cara Marquis, Susan McDonough, Amanda McGovern, Catherine McNear, Margaret McNeill, Lauren McShay, Kelly O'Donnell, Renee Portnoy, Lindsay Purcell, Ali Reilly, Nicole Whidden