MIDDLEBORO, MA – On Saturday, March 11^th, 2023, the Middleboro YMCA held its 15^th annual Imagine Gala, and the event was a tremendous success. Attendees from all over the region came together to support the Y’s mission of building stronger communities. The event raised over $79,000, exceeding its fundraising goal for the evening.

This event focused in helping to make a difference to the community by raising monetary donations to directly support LIVESTRONG for cancer survivors, Y summer camp, Mentoring, Y-Ability, and inclusive programming.

The Imagine Gala featured a complimentary cocktail hour by LKnife and Sam Adams, a delicious dinner, live music from two talented YMCA piano students, and inspirational stories from Ted Bunn and Leah Halunen. The event continued with the honorable induction of Tom and Tina Rogers into the Hall of Fame, and to end the night, a successful live auction hosted by Tom Rogers.

“We are extremely grateful for all of the support we have received, and we will do everything we can to turn that support into the positive impact the community deserves” Said Judi Kagiwada Bononno, Chair of Gala Committee.

Guests enjoyed a festive evening of entertainment while raising donations and supporting in many ways various programs offered by the Y. The Middleboro Gala was held at the Hotel 1620 in Plymouth, MA, with an electric atmosphere throughout the evening.

The gala brought together Visionary Sponsor Arbella Insurance Foundation, and four Trail Blazer Sponsors; Blue Stone Bank, FB Insure, North Easton Savings Bank, and Ryco Excavating Contractor, Inc.