Join us for our 13th Annual Bright Futures Gala! An inspiring evening celebrating WORK's impact alongside families and communities in Haiti, Taiwan, Ghana, Thailand, Vietnam, Guatemala, and Brazil.
Gather with our community for a meaningful night of connection, culture, and celebration. Guests will enjoy Haitian-inspired cuisine, casino games, a lively silent auction, exciting raffle prizes, and a special presentation from WORK's leadership team highlighting the progress made this year and the road ahead.
Every part of the evening supports WORK's mission to accompany families out of poverty through dignified work and wraparound services. Together, we aim to raise $125,000 to help ensure this vital work continues without interruption.
Features of the Evening
- Heavy Hors d'oeuvres inspired by the countries we work in
- Cash bar
- Casino games
- Silent auction
- Raffle prizes
- Music by Jessica Lee
- A special presentation from WORK's leadership team
Dress Code
Cocktail attire. Guests are invited to wear a bold pop of red, timeless black, or a conversation-starting accessory-but most importantly, come dressed to celebrate!
Valet and street parking will be available.
Evening Schedule
5:30-6:30 p.m. | VIP Cocktail Hour in The Priory Hotel Courtyard
6:30 p.m. | Main Event Begins-Heavy Hors d'oeuvres, Casino Games, Cash Bar, Auction, and More
9:00 p.m. | Auction Closes
9:30 p.m. | Event Concludes
Can't join us in person? You can still make an impact by bidding in our online auction or contributing directly toward our $91,000 fundraising goal.
WORK is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | EIN: 90-0803852
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You can still bid or donate!$125000 Goal
$53425
Total Raised
Emcee
Sony Ton-Aime
We are excited to welcome Sony Ton-Aime back as our emcee this year. Sony is a Haitian poet, essayist, translator, and Executive Director of Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures. His latest book, Konbit (Carnegie Mellon University Press), was released in March 2026. His work reflects the deep connections among culture, identity, and collective progress-themes that resonate deeply with WORK's mission.
Entertainment
Jessica Lee
Jessica Lee is an American Jazz & Blues singer and songwriter with a distinctive voice rooted in jazz, blues, rhythm & blues, and inspirational music. A nationally touring performer, she has recorded five solo albums and appears on international vocal compilations, leading duos, trios, quartets, and full bands at venues across the country. Her elegant, soulful voice and magnetic stage presence have earned her a reputation as a captivating entertainer who brings warmth and energy to every performance.
Big thanks to our 2026 Host Committee for making this year's event a success!
Event Co-Chairs:
Suzanne & John Graf
Host Committee Members:
Cate & Ben Albu | Diana Bucco & Mark Chutko | Daren & Renee D'Ippolito | Janet Duzicky
Amanda Gorecki | Matt Katase & Alaina Webber | Linda and Kenneth Krynski
Dan Lampmann & Bonnie Weibel | Cole Lennon | Danielle Marsh
Lori Moran | Sukanta & Vanessa Nag | Tyler Noland
Kim & Tony Rosenberger | Christina & R.J. Shanafelt
We're grateful to our 2026 Bright Futures Sponsors for their support.
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