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South Florida’s brightest stars are aligning for an unforgettable night under the cosmos. Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade invites the community to its 17th Annual “Wild About Kids” “GALAxia Night,” a dazzling black-tie gala set for Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, at the stunning Loews Coral Gables Hotel.
Kicking off at 7 p.m., the interstellar-themed evening will feature a sparkling cocktail reception, a gourmet three-course dinner, live performances, dancing and a silent auction, all to raise critical funds for the six Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade that serve Miami-Dade’s youth.
Guests will mingle with Miami’s top philanthropists, business leaders, and changemakers as they come together to support life-changing academic, creative, and athletic programs for local children and teens. From one-on-one mentoring and STEM education to tutoring, sports, and the arts, proceeds from “GALAxia Night” power the Clubs’ mission to help every child reach their full potential.
Returning to the spotlight as the dynamic duo of TV, WSVN’s Belkys Nerey and Lynn Martinez will reunite to emcee the evening, serving up their signature wit, energy, and plenty of laughs throughout the night.
Evening highlights include a performance by acclaimed Latin soul artist Lucy Grau and a performance by the talented Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Dance Stars.
The event is chaired by longtime supporter Michelle Zubizarreta, with Olga Guilarte as Special Event Chair. The Host Committee includes many of Miami’s most influential civic leaders, including Board Chair Rodolfo “Rudy” Lleonart, Liana de Mena, Jackie Gonzalez, Isabel Jettinghoff, Lisa Mendelson, Yuni Navarro, Kristina Perez-Cubas, Abigail Pollak, Karen Rodriguez, Andy and Allison Stuart, Eris Thomas and Meredith Virnig.
“Our annual gala is more than a fundraiser, it’s a celebration of the future we’re building together for our youth,” said Zubizarreta. “‘GALAxia Night’ is about hope, empowerment, and opportunity.”
“This magnificent evening helps fuel the programs that open doors for thousands of kids each year,” added Alex Rodriguez-Roig, president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. “We’re grateful to everyone who makes it possible.”
Sponsorship packages and tickets range from $1,250 to $75,000. To purchase or learn more, visit https://www.bgcmia.org/event/wakgala2025 or contact Rhia Hunter at (305) 446-9910 ext. 108 or rhunter@bgcmia.org.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade thanks its generous sponsors, including the Supernova Presenting Sponsor: Carmen Rebozo Foundation; Mission Control Sponsor: The Ansin Foundation; Lunar Luminary Sponsors: OceanBank, Allison and Andy Stuart, Michelle Zubizarreta and Jorge Xiques; and Stellar Supporters: Anthony R. Abraham Foundation, Academica, Baptist Health, Bermont Gold Wealth Advisory of Raymond James, First American Bank, Florida Power & Light, Margaret & Clint Gulley, Harding+, INB, N.A., Robert Kramer, Ana and Raul Marmol, Rae & Barry Stein, Eris & Robert Thomas and USI Insurance.
Current underwriters include Amazon, Albert Cabrera/Coconut Grove Bank & Trust, Robert Kramer and Rae and Barry Stein, the Bernhardt Family, Amanda Rodriguez, Bermont Gold Wealth Advisory of Raymond James, TASKO and Bob Parks. The media sponsor is WSVN Channel 7.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade has been serving youth in the community since 1946. What once was a single building and site for boys has grown to six Clubs and sites combined serving thousands of boys and girls year-round, providing programs in the areas of character and leadership development, educational enhancement, career preparation, health and life skills, cultural arts and sports, fitness and recreation. Club staffing, initiatives, and programs are designed to inspire and enable area youth and provide them with the resources to succeed and share in the American Dream. For more information, please call 305.446.9910 or visit www.bgcmia.org, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.