The Founders' GALA
Saturday, October 10, 2026
6:00 pm
Hope International Church
Nathaniel Community Gymnasium
13806 State Road 33
Groveland, FL 34736
Plan to “put on the ritz”-
at the Inaugural Founders' Gala.
Inspired by Groveland’s founding year, the evening will feature a curated 1920s theme. The night will honor individuals & businesses celebrating resilience, optimism, and the belief that strong communities are built together.
This spectacular event of fun & good deeds will
immerse you in a night of 1920's fantasy
while supporting our community!
Proceeds benefit
The Neighborhood Center of South Lake.
To learn more, go to tncsl.org
SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
Formal Cocktail, or Period Attire Requested
Enjoy a delicious plated menu, appetizers, grazing tables, and family-style desserts by Table Top Catering. Click here to view the full menu!
Florida Beef Short Ribs
The Groveland Gilded Plume
Our signature cocktail will be served throughout the night alonside beer, wine, soft drinks, and more
Music
Dance like you're in the 20's with the Southlake High School Jazz Band
Host Committee
Mitchell Hill, Chairman
Keith "Chef" Keogh, City of Groveland
Ashley Wright, City of Groveland
Vicki Keogh, Olive Isle Farms
Justin Allender, FNBMD
Khrystyna McCoy-Tremaine, Hope International
Keith Breedlove
Joe DePergola
Fredrick Wellington, City of Mascotte
Maricarmen Wajda, City of Mascotte
An evening of Fun and Fantasy, inspired by the city with Community Charm, and rooted in Compassion and Purpose.
Proceeds from the Gala will support The Neighborhood Center of South Lake, whose vision is to empower a healthy community. Toward this goal, the Center provides access to nutritious food and provides pathways to stability for our neighbors in need. Every day, the Center serves as a place of dignity, care, and hope—meeting people where they are and walking alongside them as they build stronger futures.
Your support helps ensure that families have food on their tables, children have nourishment during school breaks, and individuals have access to resources that foster long-term stability.
Fun. Fantasy. Community. Charm. Caring. Compassion.
The Founder's Gala Host Committee
presents
Contact
Business Info
14727 Timber Village Road, Groveland, Florida, 34736
grovelandfoundersgala@gmail.com
407.529.6836
Event Hours
Cocktails
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Dinner & Program
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Dancing
9:00 pm – 10:00 pm