YES’s Black Diamond Gala is our fundraising flagship event held annually in April. This year’s event will be Thursday, April 16, 2026. We’ll be celebrating our 15th year of hosting this gala in Boston.
Black Diamond Gala
The 15th Annual Black Diamond Gala to benefit YES will be on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at the Boston Renaissance Waterfront Hotel, located at 606 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210.
2026 YES Gala Co-Chairs
Johanna Fehrs, YES Trustee & John Eder
Kyle White, YES Trustee & Paige White
2026 YES Black Diamond Council Event Host Committee
- Nick Cayer
- Marie Daniel
- Johanna Fehrs, Co-Chair
- Deniz Ferendeci
- Kevin Hicks
- Ellee Mallia
- Rashaun Martin
- Shannon McCarthy
- Chris Petryshin
- Ian Sanderson
- Jim Stephenson
- Payson Swaffield
- Kyle White, Co-Chair
Want to help?
Learn about our sponsorship opportunities.
The evening includes a fantastic silent auction (see Ways to Contribute), cocktail and dessert receptions, appearances by world class Olympic athletes, and a special presentation sharing the powerful message of YES.
The night promises to be an evening of fun and inspiration offering something for everyone!
Stay tuned for more information regarding sponsorships, tickets, and more!
Please contact Jamie Burch ([email protected]) with any questions.