501(c)(3) Nonprofit · EIN 33-3481215 · Naples, Florida
Our Second Annual Signature Gala
Emerald & Gold Edition

A Night Of Miracles

Thursday · December 3, 2026 · Six until Ten in the Evening
Royal Poinciana Golf Club · Naples, Florida
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🎟 Tickets on Sale September 1st
I.About the Evening

An unforgettable night for an extraordinary cause.

A Night of Miracles is Minds Over Tumors' Second Annual Signature Gala — an elegant evening bringing our community together in honor of the children fighting brain tumors and the families who never leave their side.

The evening begins with an elegant reception before guests are seated for an unforgettable night that includes a three-course dinner, live entertainment, and a powerful live program where you will hear directly from the children and families whose lives your generosity is changing.

Guests will have the opportunity to give back through both a live auction and a silent auction, with every dollar raised going directly toward funding brain tumor research and supporting families at their most critical moments.

Minds Over Tumors is a youth-led nonprofit supporting children and families affected by brain tumors through direct financial assistance, hospital partnerships, and investment in research. We bring compassion and action to families at the moment they need it most.

Every child deserves a future beyond diagnosis — and every family deserves to know they don't face it alone.

II.Honorary Chairs

Presented in partnership with

Zuly Maribona and Brian Steckenrider — Honorary Chairs of A Night of Miracles
Zuly Maribona
Executive Vice President
KW Property Management & Consulting
Brian Steckenrider
General Manager
Golfview Golf & Racquet Club

Zuly Maribona and Brian Steckenrider are passionate Southwest Florida leaders whose careers have been built around serving people, creating exceptional experiences, and strengthening the communities they call home.

Zuly is recognized for her leadership, strategic vision, and commitment to building thriving communities. Brian brings more than 25 years of leadership in culinary arts, hospitality, and private club management, creating exceptional experiences for members and guests alike.

Together, they believe true leadership is measured not by titles, but by the lives they impact. United by a shared commitment to family, service, and philanthropy, they are proud supporters of Minds Over Tumors and its mission to bring hope, advance awareness, and provide critical resources to individuals and families affected by brain tumors. They are honored to stand alongside the Southwest Florida community in helping make a lasting difference.

III.The Evening's Program

From reception to final note.

An Evening in Order
Thursday · December 3, 2026
  • 6:00 pm
    Elegant Reception
    Guests arrive for cocktails and silent auction preview before the evening begins.
  • 7:00 pm
    Seated Three-Course Dinner
    Plated dinner in the ballroom paired with live entertainment throughout the evening.
  • 8:15 pm
    Live Program & Auction
    Hear from the families your generosity is changing, followed by a spirited live auction.
  • 9:30 pm
    Dessert, Dancing & Community
    Coffee, dessert, and dancing to close the evening until the last note at ten.
With Gratitude

Standing with us already.

We are honored to recognize the organizations who have already committed to A Night of Miracles. Their generosity is what makes this evening possible.

Strength Sponsors
Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida — Lee Health
Stock Development — A Foundation of Excellence
Media Partner
The Naples Press — News for Neapolitans

There is still time to add your name to the evening.

Become a Sponsor →
V.A Note from the Founder

When we hosted our inaugural gala last November, we had a vision — and this community delivered beyond anything we imagined, raising nearly $200,000 in a single evening. That night proved something powerful: when people who care come together, the sky truly is the limit.

A Night of Miracles: Emerald & Gold Edition is our opportunity to go even further. We are designing an experience that is truly immersive — one that moves you, inspires you, and connects you to the mission in a way that stays with you long after the evening ends. Think elegant, think meaningful, think unforgettable.

We are just getting started, and the best is absolutely yet to come. We would be honored to have you beside us on December 3rd as a sponsor, a partner, and a believer in what is possible when a community refuses to give up.

Darren Nieves
President & CEO, Minds Over Tumors
VI.Dress The Part

Black Tie. Emerald & gold encouraged.

The evening is formal — tuxedos and long dresses — but we invite guests to embrace the theme with jewel tones, gold accents, and touches of emerald.

Dress Code
Black Tie
Palette
Emerald & Gold
Venue
Royal Poinciana
VII.Get Involved

Reserve your seat at the table.

Individual tickets go on sale September 1st. Sponsorship inquiries are open now. Reach out and we'll walk you through the options that fit best.

Individual Tickets
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Sponsors & Partners
Talk to Darren Directly
Sponsorship inquiries, in-kind donations, and auction contributions go straight to our founder.
darren@mindsovertumors.org →