2025 YPA Merry Mixer

Description

Join us for an evening of festive cheer and giving back at the Young Professionals Alliance Merry Mixer! This is your chance to connect with fellow young professionals while supporting an incredible cause - 911 Gives Hope, a nonprofit led by local police officers, firefighters, and paramedics dedicated to improving the lives of children and individuals with disabilities.

Giving Back

• Toy Drive: Your registration “fee” is one new toy (infant–17 years old) for the 911 Gives Hope for the Holidays Toy Drive.
• Suggested Toy List: 
  • Soft plush toys, board books, soft stacking toys, pretend-play sets
  • Dolls or action figures, building blocks (Lego/Duplo), musical toys 
  • Board/card games, chapter or illustration books, sports/outdoor toys 
  • Puzzles, science kits, art/craft supplies
• Silent Auction: All proceeds benefit 911 Gives Hope.
• Monetary Donations: 100% of contributions go directly to the nonprofit, helping children, families, and individuals with disabilities.

Event Highlights

• Ugly Sweater Contest – wear your best (or worst!) holiday look.
• Food & Drink – Appetizers + cash bar.
• Music & Fun – DJ Chris Johnson will keep the party going.

Special Thanks

We are grateful to our generous sponsors for making this event possible and for supporting the YPA’s mission of developing young leaders and strengthening our community.

Come mingle, celebrate, and make a difference this holiday season. Together, we can spread joy and hope through 911 Gives Hope!

Can’t make it to the event? You can still support! Simply scan the QR code to make a monetary donation directly to 911 Gives Hope.