Join us for an evening of connection, hope, and impact where we’ll honor the inspirational journeys of our community while celebrating the people and partnerships that make thriving possible.

At Advocates, we support more than 50,000 people across Massachusetts and Rhode Island through a range of services related to behavioral health, disability and brain injury, and children and families. We start by listening, then we work together to shape the right mix of care, housing, employment, and community connection to foster stability, independence, and a sense of belonging.

Your support fuels our mission. By taking part in the Advocates Thriving Together Gala, you help expand access to essential programs and services, strengthen pathways to independence, and build communities where we can all thrive together.

When

Thursday, November 5, 2026 
6:00-7:00 p.m. | Cocktail hour 
7:00-9:00 p.m. | Dinner and program 

Where

Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center  
1657 Worcester Road  
Framingham, MA 01701 

Tickets

Want to be part of the excitement and see our mission in action? Purchase a ticket to join us.

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Sponsorship and Ad Opportunities

Support our mission to help people thrive by sponsoring the event or placing an ad.

Purchase Sponsorship or Ad

Learn more about your sponsor benefits.

Donations

Unable to attend, but still want to support thriving communities? Make a donation.

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Accessibility

American Sign Language interpreters are confirmed for this event.  

The Renaissance Framingham is a fully accessible hotel. The ballroom is on the first floor and does not require attendees to go up or down any stairs or ramps in order to access it.  

To request accommodations, including ASL interpreters, please contact us at Events@Advocates.org by Thursday, October 22, 2026. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

Cocktail or business attire is recommended.

Complimentary parking is available in the hotel’s main lot. Accessible parking spots are marked in front.

Coat racks will be available.

Our menu includes hors d'oeuvres and entrees to satisfy a wide range of dietary needs, and we will do our best to accommodate any additional requested restrictions or allergies.

Other Questions?

Contact us at Events@Advocates.org


 

Thank you to Our Sponsors!

Platinum Level

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East Bay Pharmacy Logo

Anonymous

Silver Level

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Gallagher Logo
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United Healthcare Community Plan logo

Bronze Level

Hunneman

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Walker Development Logo

Champion Level

  • Avison Young
  • Behavioral Health Partners of MetroWest
  • Enterprise Fleet Management
  • Maugel DeStefano Architects
  • SnowCap Technologies
  • Wayside Youth & Family Support Network

Friend Level

  • Cushing Electric
  • Stryker Munley Group
  • Wolf & Company
  • Wrench Guys

 

Advocates is a nonprofit organization providing comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. Proceeds from Advocates Thriving Together Gala benefit people supported by our programs and services.