Itineris gala 2026 hot night for autism friday april 17 from 6 to 10 at martins valley mansion

THE EVENING INCLUDES:

  • Master of Ceremonies: Mary Beth Marsden – The esteemed journalist, broadcaster, and artist will host the evening’s events.

  • Buffet Dinner & Drinks

  • Casino Games and Tables provided by O-GO Sales - Get ready for blackjack, craps, roulette, slots, and a money wheel! Each guest receives $100,000 in play money with a $5,000 minimum bet.

  • Wall of Wine & Spirits

  • Silent Auctions – Featuring exclusive experiences such as VIP Ravens & Orioles tickets, dining at some of the finest Maryland establishments, art, cultural, & fitness experiences, jewelry, custom curated baskets for every type of person, and more!

  • Exclusive Item Raffle

  • “Fill the Gap” Fundraiser – A critical portion of our hot night gala. These are essential funds that we have to raise to bridge the gap between our local funding and the full cost of providing the essentials, meaningful programs and services, and opportunities for our clients. With the budget cuts to DDA, this fund is more important than ever before. Our goal this year is $125,000.00. If you are unable to attend the gala and would still like to donate, you can donate directly from the website linked above.

Silent Auction Sneak Peek!

  • 14k White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings from Misha Jewelers

  • Pappy Van Winkle Special Reserve 12-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

  • Leather purse from Baltimore Boutique In Watermelon Sugar

  • A Day at the Races for 4 Guests at Laurel Park Racetrack, which includes lunch, 4 box seats, and a custom-named race in your honor

  • and much more!

IN-KIND DONATIONS

Itineris Gala 2026

Join Us for an Evening of Casino Games & Giving

Get ready to roll the dice and make a difference at this year’s Hot Night for Autism Gala! Join us Friday, April 17th, from 6:00–10:00 p.m. at Martin’s Valley Mansion for this year’s Hot Night for Autism Gala, a thrilling casino-themed evening in support of autistic adults!

Try your luck with Vegas-style casino games, dance to live DJ music, explore our expansive Silent Auction, test your luck at the Wall of Spirits and Wine, and enjoy a night full of surprises, community, great food, and celebration. Most importantly, your attendance supports Itineris’s mission by empowering autistic adults to live their most meaningful lives throughout their lifespan.

Register today and be part of a fun night that makes a real difference!

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Thank you to our Generous Sponsors

partner sponsors

 

impact sponsors

George Jones & Monica Brandes

Joy & Ron Paul

Michael & Jodi Stappler and Family

Stuart and Hinda Dankner

Ami & Mark Taubenfeld and Family

Jim Wade & Alisa Rock

Martin Taubenfeld and Family

The Myers Family

Advocate Sponsors

 
 

Art and Diane Putzel

Julian Slade and Stephanie Neukum

The Livingston Family

Marge Wolf

Richard Opfer

The Trexler Foundation, Jeff Abarbanel and Dave Goldner

The Andresen Family

Ginnie and Bob Kass

The King/Lewis Family

The Magat Family

Peter Kirchgraber and Lisa Logan

The Sussman Family



Community Champion Sponsors

Cynthia Bye

Dugan, Babij, Tolley, and Kohler

The Feifarek and Williams Families

Levin Brown Architects

Patty Mochel and Gerry Wilse

Schoenfeld Insurance Co.

Southway Builders

The Tsouvalos Family

Crossland, LLC

Denise Feldman, M.S., CCC-SLP

Erica and Jay Hobby, Novick Corp

Friends of Sam Livingston

Nick Burton and Thomas Vance

Sam Cohen and Joan Piven Cohen

Sherri Linkoff

Terri Kollman and Steve Potter

The Weingram Family

FRIend of Itineris Sponsors

The Hecht Family

Lois Wolf

Trudy and Laird Slade

Barbara Sussman

Howard and Chaya Friedman

Rebekah and Alison Kass

The Wyatt Family

gala banner collage of images from last year's event.