The 2026 Bay Gala: Midnight Masquerade, hosted by Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation on Saturday, February 7, raised $101,531 in support of Sacred Heart Bay’s Level II Trauma Department.
Held at the Boardwalk Beach Hotel and Convention Center, the elegant evening welcomed guests into the grand ballroom for a cocktail hour followed by a multi-course, seated dinner and champagne toast to begin the night’s festivities. Master of Ceremonies Shane Collins guided guests through the evening’s program and festivities. The program included remarks from Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation President Adrienne Maygarden, who welcomed guests, followed by Robin Godwin, President of Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Hospital.
A special video presentation highlighted the story of the Ridley family, whose lives were saved by the expert team at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay’s Level II Trauma Department following a near-fatal automobile accident in 2025.
“What a privilege it is to serve such a caring community so willing to come alongside our hospital in our efforts to improve healthcare for all in Bay County and the region,” said Robin Godwin, president of Ascension Sacred Heart Bay. “We are especially grateful to be able share the story of the Ridley family and countless other trauma patients that your support impacts.”
Live music from Az Izz set the tone before award-winning auctioneer Charlie Adcock took the stage to lead the live auction. Guests eagerly raised their paddles to bid on exclusive packages, including a night at Sphere in Las Vegas, a ski adventure in Lake Tahoe, and a European getaway of their choice.
Throughout the evening, attendees also entered for a chance to win a $5,000 shopping spree donated by Maharaja’s Fine Jewelry, along with 50/50 opportunity tickets. Through generous sponsorships, live and silent auction bids, and opportunity ticket sales, the gala raised $101,531 to advance trauma care in our community.
“We are deeply grateful to the individuals and organizations whose generosity and belief in our mission made this evening possible,” said Adrienne Maygarden, President of Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation. “All funds raised will directly strengthen trauma services at Sacred Heart Bay, ensuring continued access to high-quality, compassionate care for the families of Bay County ensuring lifesaving services remain close to home for our community when they are needed most.”
Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for sponsoring this year’s event, including Entertainment Sponsor: Chapman Family Foundation, Inc.; Floral Sponsor: Vituity; Jewelry Sponsor: Maharaja’s Fine Jewelry; VIP Cocktail Hour Sponsor: Jim and Nadia Smallwood; 50/50 Opportunity Drawing: Gulf Coast State College; Champagne Sponsor: Emerald Coast Hospice; Auctioneer Sponsor: Peoples First Insurance; Valet Sponsor: Encompass Health; Silent Auction: Abigail Davis, Broker Associate – Corcoran Reverie and Thor Construction and Design; Health Care Worker Sponsor: Ascension Sacred Heart Cardiovascular Surgery Panama City – Dr. Richard Eubanks and Dr. Gregory England; Live Performer Sponsor: Cardiovascular Institute of Northwest Florida; Sponsor Preview Party Sponsor: Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort; Drink Ticket Sponsor: Community Health and Rehabilitation Center; Dance Floor Sponsor: Patrick Financial Group; Live Auction Paddle Sponsor: C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc.; Special Gift Sponsor: Panhandle Credit Union; Cocktail Hour Sponsor: Hand Arendall Harrison Sale; Program Sponsor: Century 21 Commander Realty, Inc.; Bar Sponsors: Carter Platt, LLC and Engineered Cooling Services; Podium Sponsor: VITAS Healthcare; Registration Table Sponsor: Nation’s Best Family Healthcare and Nation’s Best Aesthetics and Wellness; iRoam Photo Booth Sponsor: Emerald Coast Hospice; 360 Photo Booth: Panama City Symphony; Photography and Videography Sponsor: Innovations Financial Credit Union; Balloon Decor Sponsor: Emergency Power Solutions; Cocktail Napkin: Perry & Young, P.A.; Course Sponsors: Clarity Mental Health, Creative Printing of Bay County, Inc., and Hello Credit Union; and Table Sponsors: Ascension Sacred Heart Trauma and General Surgery Panama City, AUI Health, Bay Medical Leadership, Dermatology Solutions Group, Dr. Cook and Cardiac Cath Lab, FSU Panama City, FSU College of Nursing, and FSU College of Medicine, Gulf Coast Jam, Hancock Whitney, PanCare of Florida, Inc., Panhandle Anesthesiology Associates, Perry & Young, P.A. and Think Real Estate.