Bravesgiving

Bravesgiving

October 24, 2026

5:30PM – 10:00PM

Bravesgiving returns to the Sharonville Convention Center for an inspiring evening benefiting children with complex medical conditions and their families. Hosted by the Brave Like Me Foundation, the annual Gala for Courage brings together hundreds of community leaders, families and supporters for cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions, raffles, inspiring stories, music and dancing. The 2026 theme, “The Butterfly Effect,” celebrates the idea that even a small act of courage or kindness can create a ripple of hope and meaningful change in the lives of children and families.

Funds raised through Bravesgiving support Brave Like Me programs designed to create moments of joy, connection and normalcy for children navigating serious medical challenges. These include Brave Pets, which helps hospitalized children reconnect with their beloved pets; Brayden’s Books, which provides books and moments of escape through reading; and Brave Friends Adventures, which creates inclusive experiences for children and families. More than a fundraising gala, Bravesgiving is an opportunity for the Greater Cincinnati community to come together, celebrate courageous kids and help them live without limits.