Cocktail Attire | 6:30pm VIP Cocktail Reception | 7:00pm – 10:00pm Program, Auction, Mingling
2025 marks a milestone for Room to Grow! Join us on May 16 as we celebrate 20 years of supporting families in Boston. With a rising demand for our program and growing waitlists, your support is essential. The funds raised at this event will help us to meet the growing need for our program and set the groundwork for future growth. There are big things on the horizon, and we’re just getting started!
Thank you to our Event Leadership
Event Chairs
Elizabeth Brookhiser & Timothy Porter • Annie & Ted Cavan • Beatrice & Michael Mazur
Event Committee
Jenna Bates • Laura Brookhiser • Danielle Frissell & Adam Slutsky • Clare Harker • Irene Harris • Meg Kaczmarek • Laurie Katz • Sarah Metz Krissoff • Maggie & Christopher Loh • Tara Merck • Stephen Nasiatka • Begum & Okan Okutgen • Gianna Nappi Somers • Lena Theis • Cassie Veatch
Thank You to our Sponsors
Champion
Elizabeth Brookhiser & Timothy Porter
Advocate
Begum & Okan Okutgen • Lionel & Irene Harris
Partner
Aaron & Jenna Bates • Annie & Ted Cavan • Clare & Drew Harker • Michael & Megan Kaczmarek • Austin Krissoff & Sarah Metz Krissoff • Carrie Leggett & David Pangburn • Annie & Brian Plancher •Jennifer Chudy & Nitin K. Walia
Supporter
Laura Brookhiser & Harry Bailey • Maggie & Chris Loh • Beatrice & Michael Mazur • Wilhelm & Tara Merck • Kiernan & Gianna Nappi Somers
Friend
Kailey Theriault Baird & Nicholas Baird • BNY Mellon • Laurie Katz • Lena & Daniel Theis • Bryce & Chrissy Youngren
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Where and when is the event?
Friday, May 16th at The Newbury Boston (1 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116)
What time does the event begin
Doors open at 6:30pm, and the seated dinner and program will begin promptly at 7:45pm.
What entrance should I use?
The Arlington Street entrance (on the corner of Arlington and Comm Ave)
What is the attire?
Cocktail attire.
Will I have an assigned seat?
Each guest will receive their assigned table at registration.
Will there be vegetarian or vegan options available?
Yes, please let your server know that you require a vegetarian or vegan meal upon entering the ballroom.
How do I bid on the auction?
Click here to view and bid on the silent auction. You can bid on the live auction packages during the speaking program.
