Boston Winter Ball

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Saturday, February 8, 2025

Join "Boston's Biggest Night Out"

Affectionately known as “Boston’s Biggest Night Out,” the Boston Winter Ball is the ultimate charity event for young professionals. Join 1,500 guests and support the Corey C. Griffin Foundation’s efforts to ensure the success of Boston children through partnerships with leading educational and healthcare institutions. 

Over the past 15 years, the event has raised more than $9.7 million to empower Corey’s Kids and inspire the next generation of philanthropic leaders. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this incredible celebration!

Black tie optional. Festive, red-carpet glamour. 

Schedule of Events

VIP Cocktail Reception 6-7pm
Dinner & Evening Program 7-9pm
Ball 9pm-1am

Join "Boston's Biggest Night Out"

Renowned for providing the ultimate charity event for young professionals and affectionately referred to as “Boston’s Biggest Night Out,” the Boston Winter Ball will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025.

Join 1,500 guests and support the Corey C. Griffin Foundation’s efforts support the success of Boston children through partnerships with Boston’s leading educational and healthcare institutions.

Sign up for our newsletter and follow us on social media to learn more about the live entertainment and ticket options. 

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About the Event

Affectionately referred to as “Boston’s Biggest Night Out,” Boston Winter Ball (BWB) is a fundraising black-tie benefit for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation geared toward Boston’s next generation of philanthropic leaders raising over $9.7 Million over the last 15 years. BWB attendees travel from across the country to reunite with old friends, make new ones, and party for a good cause. This anniversary night promises to be an experience you’ll never forget, including electrifying entertainment, inspirational guests, and lots of dancing.

Here’s what to expect:

  • A SOLD OUT event with over 1,500 young professionals, executives, and influencers.
  • Recognized by the Boston Globe, Boston Common Magazine, Boston.com, and BizBash as “One of the Must-Attend Events of the Year!”

Luxury raffle items, totally more than $40,000!

We are honored to have Hannah Florman Fine Jewelry as our Premium Raffle Sponsor. Known for creating custom bridal and fine jewelry that celebrates life’s milestone moments, Hannah’s values of family, community, and connection align perfectly with the Corey C. Griffin Foundation. 100% proceeds benefit Corey’s Kids! 

Hannah Florman Jewerly

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Award Recipients

We are thrilled to honor our 2025 award honorees for their compassion and dedication in service of others. Celebrating Karen and Rob Hale with our 2025 Humanitarian Award and Lisa Warshfasky with our 2025 Outstanding Philanthropy Award. We also cheer for two amazing youth from our community with the 2025 Youth Courage Award: Oriana Dunker and Jahzare Haynes. 

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Karen and Rob Hale

2025 Humanitarian Award

Lisa Warshafsky headshot

Lisa Warshafsky

2025 Outstanding Philanthropy Award

Oriana Dunker headshot

Oriana Dunker

2025 Youth Courage Award

Jahzare Haynes headshot

Jahzare Haynes

2025 Youth Courage Award

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Co-Chairs and Event Committee

Courtney Griffin headshot

Courtney Griffin

Gupta Media

David Andrews headshot

David Andrews

Former NFL Player

Jonathan Farrow headshot

Jonathan Farrow

PSG Equity

Steve Alibrandi headshot

Steve Alibrandi

First Republic Private Wealth Management

Anthony Aiello

Caroline Ashford

Teagan Atwood

Alex Bain

Bryn Batchelder

Cortland Begor

Alexandra Biega

Chris Calnan

Alexandra Campanelli

Chris Comenos

Charlie Coyle

Ellen Crowley

Brian Davis

Kassia Davis

Christopher Decembrele

George Demoulas

David Dingman

Christie Donovan

Hayley Edgerley

Sloan Elsesser

Sophia Enos

Ashton Fagan

Julian Fialkow

Eddy Fish

Ted Floyd

Greta Freking

Christine Gill

Bryan Giudicelli

Mark Gormley

Michael Greeley

Thomas Greeley

Michael Griffin

Sophie Griffin

Casey Griffin Giudicelli

Sean Judge

Cameron Kopsky

Michael Lane

George Loring

Trevor Marsden

Jack McGinn

Eliza Loring McGinn

Hannah Mcgowan

Tyler McGrail

Andrew Mclaughlin

Hannah Merson

Michael Mussafer

Sage Nye

Adam Reasoner

Will Sleeper

Chris Steele

Michaela Thompson

Josh White

Grady Zink

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Join our distinguished list of businesses, organizations, individuals and families who choose to sponsor Boston Winter Ball. 

Sponsorship raises much needed funds to help serve “Corey’s Kids” while leading the mission for philanthropy in our community. Your business associates, employees and friends will love being a part of this special event. 

The Boston Winter Ball is offering Sponsors a more exclusive ball experience. VIP guests will have expedited entry into the Ball along with priority access to the VIP Lounge, VIP signature cocktails, upgraded bar options, sweet treats and premiere seating. Available in limited quantity, the VIP upgrade offers a chic elevated lounge overlooking the dance floor.

VIP Lounge Included with Sponsorship ($500 per person value)

Title Sponsor $250,000

  • Exclusive recognition as Title Sponsor on all printed materials, e-mail blasts and website
  • Two (2) full-page ads in the program book
  • Prominent logo on step & repeat wall
  • Special recognition from the stage as a Sponsor during the VIP Dinner
  • Two (2) dedicated social media mentions
  • Premier seating for Twenty (20) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Twenty (20) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to the VIP Lounge

Presenting Sponsor $100,000

  • Premium recognition as Presenting Sponsor on all printed materials, e-mail blasts and website
  • Two (2) full-page ads in the program book
  • Prominent logo on step & repeat wall
  • Special recognition from the stage as a Sponsor during the VIP Dinner
  • Two (2) dedicated social media mentions
  • Premier seating for Sixteen (16) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Sixteen (16) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to the VIP Lounge

Winter Sponsor $50,000

  • Premium recognition as Winter Sponsor on all printed materials, e-mail blasts and website
  • One (1) full page ad in the program book
  • Logo on step & repeat wall
  • Special recognition from the stage as a Sponsor during the VIP Dinner
  • One (1) dedicated social media mention
  • Premier seating for Twelve (12) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
    —Twelve (12) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to the VIP Lounge

Home Ice Advantage Sponsor $25,000

  • Recognition as Sponsor on printed materials, e-mail blasts and website
  • Half page ad in the event program book
  • Recognition from the stage as a Sponsor during the VIP Dinner
  • Seating for Ten (10) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Ten (10) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to
    the VIP Lounge

Seed Capital Sponsor $10,000

  • Recognition as Sponsor on printed materials, e-mail blasts and website
  • Seating for Six (6) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Six (6) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to
    the VIP Lounge

Start Up Sponsor $5,000

  • Recognition as Sponsor on printed materials, e-mail blasts and website
  • Seating for Four (4) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Four (4) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to
    the VIP Lounge

Friend Sponsor $3,000

  • Recognition as Sponsor on printed materials, e-mail blasts and website
  • Seating for Two (2) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Two (2) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to
    the VIP Lounge
Toasting at the Boston Winter Ball

Event Partnership Opportunities

The Boston Winter Ball is offering Event Partners a more exclusive Ball experience.

Event Partners will have the ability to purchase a customized activation with branding capabilities. For more information on available activations, please reach out to Katie Gassert at [email protected]. All activations will be released on a first-come, first served basis. Sales of activations close on January 3, 2025.

$100,000 Event Partner

  • Premium recognition as Sponsor on all printed materials, e-mail blasts and the website
  • Two (2) Full-page ads in the program book
  • One (1) 16:9 color slide in event slide show
  • Prominent logo placement on the Step & Repeat
  • Logo placement with link on the official event website
  • Special recognition from the stage as a Sponsor during the VIP Dinner
  • Two (2) dedicated Social Media posts
  • Sponsor acknowledgement in Post BWB video reel
  • Seating for Ten (10) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Sixteen (16) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas
    and to the VIP Lounge
  • One (1) overnight room at the Omni Hotel at the Seaport and valet parking
  • Customized Activation

$50,000 Event Partner

  • Premium recognition as Sponsor on all printed materials, e-mail blasts, and the website
  • One (1) Full-page ad in the program book
  • One (1) 16:9 color slide in event slide show
  • Logo on the Step & Repeat
  • Logo placement with link on the official event website
  • Special recognition from the stage as a Sponsor during the VIP Dinner
  • One (1) dedicated Social Media posts
  • Sponsor acknowledgement in Post BWB video reel
  • Seating for Six (6) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Twelve (12) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas
    and to the VIP Lounge

$25,000 Event Partner

  • Recognition as Sponsor on all printed materials, e-mail blasts, and the website
  • One (1) Full-page ad in the program book
  • One (1) 16:9 color slide in event slide show
  • One (1) dedicated Social Media post
  • Seating for Four (4) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Ten (10) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to the VIP Lounge

$10,000 Event Partner

  • Recognition as Sponsor on all printed materials, e-mail blasts, and the website
  • One (1) Full-page ad in the program book
  • One (1) 16:9 color slide in event slide show
  • One (1) Social Media Post: along with all other $10,000 Sponsors
  • Seating for Two (2) at the Private Pre-Event Dinner
  • Six (6) VIP Admission Tickets to BWB and access to the Exclusive VIP areas and to the VIP Lounge

Contact Us

For more information or sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Katie Gassert, Director of Advancement and Special Events
[email protected]

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