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15th Annual Gala of Y Champions

There's No Place Like This Place!

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About Our Event

 There’s NO Place Like This Place!  Follow the yellow brick road to the 2026 Gala of Y Champions!

Join the Lake County YMCA for an unforgettable evening at Mentor Harbor Yachting Club as we celebrate the Champions who help strengthen our community and make a difference across Lake County.  

Join us for a live auction, dinner and dancing!

📍5330 Coronada Dr. Mentor, OH 44060
⌚ Doors open at 5 PM
🍴 Dinner is served at 6:30 PM
🌴 Live Auction starts at 7:30 PM
️💃 Dancing starts at 8:30 PM

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Auction Items

Check Out Our Auction Items (14)

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#105

Mahjong, Anyone? Let the Games Begin!

Live Auction
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#107

Pickleball, Pals & Party Time!

Value: $500 Live Auction
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#108

Make a Splash! The Ultimate Inflatable Family Pool Party!

Live Auction
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#109

Escape to the Willoughby House

Value: $300 Live Auction
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#110

An Evening to Remember at the Manor House!

Value: $1,500 Live Auction
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#111

Recharge, Refresh & Get Your Glow On

Live Auction
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#117

Ohio Sports Quadruple Fan Experience!

Value: $1,400 Live Auction
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#118

Wine Lovers’ Dream Package

Live Auction
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#119

The Ultimate Downtown Cleveland Show and Tell!

Value: $650 Live Auction
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#120

Glow, Glam & Gorgeous: The Ultimate Self-Care Package!

Value: $2,000 Live Auction

Raffles

Winspire Raffle - Colorado Experience or Stowe Adventure

Under the Colorado Sky: A Night at the Red Rocks

This Experience for 2 Includes:

Tickets to a show of your choice at Red Rocks Amphitheatre

3-night stay at the Limelight Hotel Denver in a deluxe room

Winspire booking & concierge service for seamless planning

Stowe Family Adventure

This Experience for 4 Includes:

Choice of seasonal family activity:

Winter: Snowshoeing & Snow Tubing Experience

Spring/Summer/Fall: Kayak Adventure

Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour

3-night midweek stay at Topnotch Resort, Stowe, Vermont (Sunday – Thursday) in a standard double room

Winspire booking & concierge service

John Wooden Signed Basketball

This officially signed basketball features the authentic autograph of legendary UCLA coach John Wooden, widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in sports history. Known as the "Wizard of Westwood," Wooden led UCLA to an unprecedented 10 NCAA National Basketball Championships and remains an icon of leadership, excellence, and character. This autographed basketball is a prized piece of sports memorabilia, making it a standout addition to any collection and a meaningful tribute to one of basketball's most influential figures.

This ball was donated specifically to support the YMCA Central branch's Christian Emphasis Committee. We deeply appreciate your support.

W. Brown Jewelry

2 Carat Diamond Stud Yellow Gold Earrings

Value $8000

Our Sponsors

Champions of the Lake County YMCA

The Lake County YMCA proudly recognizes the generous businesses, organizations and community partners who support the 15th Annual Gala of Y Champions. Their sponsorship helps make this signature Lake County fundraising event possible while demonstrating a meaningful commitment to strengthening children, families and communities throughout Lake County, Ohio.

Our Gala sponsors are more than supporters of one special evening, they are Champions of the Y's mission. Through their generosity and partnership, they help the Lake County YMCA create opportunities for youth to reach their potential, families to grow stronger, individuals to improve their health and neighbors to build meaningful connections.