The annual Safe Homes Gala and People of Courage Awards raises money for the Safe Homes program, an LGBTQIA+ drop-in serving youth ages 14-23 in Worcester, North County, and online via Discord.
The People of Courage Awards honors passionate and dedicated individuals and businesses making a difference in the Central Massachusetts community.
Questions about the Gala?
Contact us at events@openskycs.org!
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What to Expect
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VIP Reception
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Online Silent Auction (items will be displayed at the event)
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Dinner
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Program (Speakers, Presentation of People of Courage Awards & Fund-A-Need)
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Social Hour and Dance Party
People of Courage Awards
The People of Courage Awards recognize those making a difference in the local LGBTQIA+ community!
All awards will be presented at the Safe Homes Gala, April 4, 2025 at Mechanic's Hall in Worcester, MA.
Submissions for the 2025 People of Courage Awards have closed on December 6, 2024 and awardees will be announced soon.
2024 People of Courage Awardees
Community Champion Award / Charles O'Donnell
Innovative Business Award / Femme
People's Choice Award / Queer Youth Assemble
Social Justice Advocacy and Action Award / Chrissi Bates
Young Adult Award / Gabriella Diaz
Youth Award / Alice Cleghorn
Silent Auction Items Needed
We are seeking donations for online silent auction items for the 2025 event. Past auction items include: sports tickets, experience packages, restaurant gift cards, themed baskets, collectible items and more!
The online silent auction opens a week before the event and closes during the Gala. Anyone can participate in bidding whether or not they are attending the Gala! All proceeds go directly to Safe Homes.
Please contact events@openskycs.org to donate items and coordinate pick up.
Sponsorship
Interested in becoming a sponsor for the 2025 Safe Homes Gala? This is a great opportunity for you or your company to show off your pride and support LGBTQIA+ youth in Central Massachusetts.
Please contact events@openskycs.org with any questions.
Questions about the Gala?
Contact us at events@openskycs.org!