YWCA Durham says its Starry Nights Gala raised more than $42,000 to support women and children who turn to Y’s WISH Shelter for safety and support.
In an October 7 thank-you message to supporters, the organization credited guests, sponsors, donors and volunteers with making the fundraiser a success. It said ticket purchases, donations and auction bids helped support its work with women and children experiencing violence.
Supporting women and children in Durham
Y’s WISH Shelter provides a safe temporary home for women and their children, along with crisis counselling, safety planning and connections to community services. YWCA Durham also operates a confidential, 24-hour crisis line.
The fundraiser was held September 25 at the Harmony Event Centre in Oshawa, according to the organizer’s event information. AllAboutDurham previously reported on the Starry Nights ticket and sponsorship deadline.
Organizer announces next year’s date
YWCA Durham’s thank-you message also listed Friday, October 15, 2027, as the date for next year’s event. The announcement did not include ticket or venue details for 2027.
Learn more about Y’s WISH Shelter and its support services or visit the YWCA Durham website.
Sources: YWCA Durham’s October 7, 2026 supporter email, “Thank you for supporting our Starry Nights event!”; the organization’s event announcement and shelter information. Fundraising figures are organizer-reported, not independently audited.
