Save the Date for 18th Annual Gala, Ruby Slippers: There’s No Place Like Home
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Join Hope Solutions for an unforgettable evening of elegance and purpose at our 18th Annual Fundraising Gala, Ruby Slippers – There’s No Place Like Home!
This magical night will feature a festive cocktail hour, exciting silent and live auctions, a gourmet dinner, and inspiring stories of transformation—culminating in dancing and a joyful celebration of our shared impact. Together, we’ll raise critical funds to provide stability, housing, and hope to formerly homeless families and individuals throughout Contra Costa County. Support the event with a sponsorship, auction donation, or purchasing tickets.
Sponsorship of the Ruby Slippers Annual Gala is a fantastic opportunity to show your commitment to solving the housing crisis that is increasingly displacing thousands of individuals, including seniors and families, every year. To be included in the hard copy invitation, respond by December 1st!
In addition to sponsor opportunities, our silent auction can also raise thousands of dollars to support our mission of providing permanent supportive housing and intensive services to our community’s most vulnerable. This year, we need your help securing fabulous items to contribute to this life-changing work. To sign up to donate, click here, and mail or bring to the office by no later than 1/30/25.
Because of community members like you, last year we reached over 4,000 people with transformative housing and services. Your support of our annual gala will make it possible for our neighbors to build brighter futures.
Key Dates for 2026 Annual Gala
12/1/25 – Sponsor Deadline, to be included in the printed invitation
12/23/25 – Early Bird tickets available online
1/29/26 – Early Bird Tickets End
1/30/26 – All Auction Items due to Hope Solutions, 399 Taylor Blvd, Suite 115, Pleasant Hill
3/14/26 – Ruby Slippers Gala!
If you have any questions about the 2026 Ruby Slippers Gala, contact Carrie Veurink, Development & Community Outreach Manager.
