One Brave Act Can Give Hope Wings

Join 500 community leaders, families, and changemakers for an unforgettable evening that helps children with complex medical conditions live without limits.

This year’s event, Gala for Courage, will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Sharonville Convention Center. Guests will enjoy cocktail hour, dinner, silent and live auctions, raffles, inspiring stories, mission moments, music, dancing, and a powerful evening centered around hope, joy, and bravery.

The 2026 theme, The Butterfly Effect, reflects what Brave Like Me believes deeply: small acts of courage can create meaningful change. A ticket purchased, a table hosted, a sponsorship given, or a paddle raised can help create moments of joy and connection for children facing complex medical conditions.

Bravesgiving is more than a fundraising gala. It is a night for our community to gather, celebrate brave kids, support families, and help give hope wings.

For children with complex medical conditions, life can include long hospital stays, difficult treatments, missed milestones, and time away from the people, pets, friends, and routines that bring comfort.

Brave Like Me Foundation exists to create moments of uninhibited joy in the middle of those hard seasons.

Through programs like Brave Pets, Brayden’s Books, and Brave Friends Adventures, your support helps children and families experience connection, courage, and normalcy when they need it most.

Every ticket, sponsorship, auction bid, raffle entry, and donation at Bravesgiving helps make those moments possible.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• Location: Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Glendale, OH 45246
• Hosted by: Brave Like Me Foundation
• Benefiting: Children with complex medical conditions and their families

Evening Schedule

• 5:00 PM | Doors Open, Cocktail Hour, Silent Auction & Raffles
• 6:30 PM | Dinner & Program Begins
• 9:00 PM | Formal Program Concludes
• 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM | Music, Dancing & Celebration

Attire

• Smart casual or cocktail attire is encouraged. Guests are invited to add butterfly-inspired color, sparkle, pattern, or flair in honor of this year’s Butterfly Effect theme.

What is Bravesgiving?

• Bravesgiving is Brave Like Me Foundation’s annual fundraising gala. The evening brings together supporters, sponsors, volunteers, and community leaders to celebrate the impact we’re creating for children with complex medical conditions while raising critical funds for Brave Like Me programs.

When and where is Bravesgiving 2026?

• Bravesgiving 2026 will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Doors open at 5:00 PM, with dinner and the program beginning at 6:30 PM.

What is included with my ticket?

• Each ticket includes admission to the event, dinner, access to the silent auction, inspiring stories from Brave Like Me families, and opportunities to support the mission through special fundraising activities throughout the evening.

What is the Butterfly Effect?

• The 2026 Bravesgiving theme, The Butterfly Effect, celebrates the idea that a single act of kindness can create a ripple of hope far beyond what we can see. Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, and donation made helps create moments of joy, connection, and courage for children and families facing complex medical conditions.

What should I wear?

• Bravesgiving is a smart casual event. Guests are encouraged to dress comfortably while embracing the evening’s Butterfly Effect theme if they wish.

Can I attend if I don’t purchase a full table?

• Absolutely. Individual tickets are available, and many guests attend on their own or with a small group. Whether you purchase one ticket or an entire table, you’ll be part of an unforgettable evening supporting children and families.

How can my company become a sponsor?

• Businesses and organizations can support Bravesgiving through a variety of sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorships provide valuable visibility while helping Brave Like Me create moments of joy, hope, and connection for children facing complex medical conditions.
• If you have specific questions please email giving@bebrave.org

Are ticket sales, donations and sponsorships tax-deductible?

• Brave Like Me Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The tax-deductible portion of your contribution will be provided in accordance with IRS guidelines and noted on your receipt.

How does Bravesgiving support Brave Like Me Foundation?

• Funds raised at Bravesgiving help support Brave Like Me’s mission of creating moments of uninhibited joy for children with complex medical conditions through programs such as Brave Pets, Brave Friends Adventures, and Brayden’s Books.

Can I donate or sponsor if I can’t attend?

• Yes. Many individuals and companies choose to make a donation, sponsor the event, contribute auction items, or support the mission even if they are unable to attend.

Can I donate an item or experience for the silent or live auction?

Absolutely! Donations of auction items and experiences play a vital role in helping Bravesgiving raise funds for children facing complex medical conditions.

We welcome a wide variety of items, including:

• Vacation homes and travel experiences
• Sports tickets and VIP experiences
• Concert and entertainment packages
• Fine dining and restaurant gift certificates
• Bourbon, wine, and specialty spirits
• Golf outings and country club experiences
• Unique family experiences
• Professional services and exclusive behind-the-scenes opportunities
• Gift baskets and luxury items

If you’re unsure whether your item is a good fit, we’d love to hear from you. Contact our team at giving@bebrave.org and we’ll be happy to discuss your donation.

Where can I learn more about Brave Like Me Foundation?

• You can explore our programs, impact stories, and mission throughout our website or contact our team directly to learn how your support helps children and families live without limits.