Giving with Grace Fundraiser

We invite you to join us for a special evening in honor of Grace Lewis, supporting the Exploring with Grace Fund. Together, we will help provide equitable access to nature, the arts, and sustainability education for children in our community.

About this Event

Guests will enjoy live music, inspired small plates, an open bar, lawn games, and a lively silent auction—all set in the beautiful gardens at Greenacres Art Center. Your support ensures the fund can continue to provide transportation, meals, supplies, and after-school programming that transforms young lives.

Event Timeline

6:00–7:00 PM | Cocktail Hour in the Gardens

• • • Live music by Jordon Frank
    • Signature cocktails & open bar
    • Strolling appetizers
    • Complimentary valet service

Tickets

Please note: this is a 21+ event.

Early Bird: $100 (July 7–13)

General Admission: $125 (starting July 14)

About the Exploring with Grace Fund

The fund honors Grace Lewis by helping to remove barriers so children from all backgrounds can connect with nature and sustainability education. It provides essential resources like transportation, meals, and supplies to ensure these opportunities are accessible to every child.

Learn More

In 2024, the Exploring with Grace Fund:

• • • Served 2,078 community learners
    • Delivered 107 educational programs
    • Provided 3,558 meals
    • Supported students at 7 Greenacres campuses
    • Strengthened partnerships with 9 community organizations

Thank you to our Advisory Committee

Shelly DeVille • Mimi Kennedy • Shawn Gibson • Nanciann Moschner • Elizabeth Warner

Thank you to our Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor:

In Memory of Louise & Louis Nippert and Jane & Guy Randolph (Friend of Greenacres)

Gold Sponsor:

Friend of Greenacres

Silver Sponsors:

Shelly & Bill DeVille • The Edelweiss Foundation

Host Sponsors:

Beth & Bruce Hellman • Mimi & Dan Kennedy • Meredith & Steve Leslie • Sirius XM Media

Vendors & Contributors:

Greenacres is proud to recognize the generous contributions of our 2025 event partners.

• • • All Occasions
    • All On Productions
    • Fitz the Occasions
    • McHale’s Catering
    • Graeter’s
    • Skyline Chili
    • Creations by Melody
    • Elegant Fare Catering
    • Daveed’s Catering
    • Boards & Beez
    • Casserole Kings
    • Jordon Frank
    • Totally Lit Events
    • USA Balloonatics
    • Tri-State Valet
    • Jimmy’s Limousine Service

Questions?

For questions about this event, please call Greenacres at 513-891-4227 ext. 3 or email events@green-acres.org.

No pets are allowed (ADA Certified Service Animals only).