Winston Family YMCA
Giving Tree Gala
Stay tuned - Individual Tickets go on sale December 15!
Saturday, April 11, 2026
The Winston Y's Giving Tree Gala is a night to remember the contributions of W. W. "Bill" Gay, and to celebrate our donors and friends who help create the impact happening in and around the Winston Family YMCA. Please join us for an impactful evening of food, fun and fellowship at this special community event.
Location:
Jessie Ball DuPont Center
40 East Adams St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
Presented by
Eric Mann
Honoree and Recipient of the 2026 W.W. Bill Gay Community Impact Award
The Winston Family YMCA is proud to announce that Eric Mann has been selected as the 2026 W.W. ‘Bill’ Gay Community Impact Award recipient. Mann will be formally honored at the 5th Annual Giving Tree Gala.
Eric Mann, a respected leader in the nonprofit and philanthropic sector, has spent the last 15 years championing initiatives that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. His 45-year career with the YMCA movement has been marked by visionary leadership, innovative community partnerships, and a deep commitment to ensuring the Y remains accessible and welcoming to all.
Past Honorees
