Join us on Thursday, December 3, 5:30-9PM at the Renaissance in Framingham for the 2026 DREAM BIG Gala and Auction. 

Participate in this fun evening surrounded by colleagues, community leaders and Y supporters as we work together to raise funds to build access and opportunity for children and families in our community. The night features silent and live auctions, emceed by NESN Sports Anchor Tom Caron and Y Board member and radio personality David O'Leary!

The program includes David McGillivray announcing this year's DREAM BIG honoree, Saba Wahid Duffy. We are excited to share her story. 

The online silent auction takes place leading up to our gala and will open prior to the event, and conclude during the event at 8:00PM on December 3rd. Our live auction will take place in- person, during our DREAM BIG event.

The DREAM BIG Gala & Auction is more than a fundraiser, it’s a night that fuels connection, celebrates community champions like Saba, and powers opportunities that help young people thrive. Every dollar raised directly supports pathways for youth to grow as learners, leaders, and confident changemakers. You won't want to miss this!

When you arrive there are passed hors d'oeuvres and remember to stop and take a photo to share with your friends and community later. Enjoy the silent auction, cash bar and mingle, and then we will hit the dinner buffet to get ready for the program. 

Dress is business casual to festive and formal, it really is your choice! It's a night to have fun. 

The program will include the DREAM BIG honoree, Saba Wahid Duffy, some special guests and a Live Auction and Live Appeal.