3rd Annual R2Cares Gala

Pay What You Like — Your Meal Is Included!

Thank you for joining us for the 3rd Annual R2Cares Gala!

This is more than an evening of celebration. It is an opportunity to come together as a community, recognize people making an impact, and support the work of R2Cares — Strengthening Minds and Empowering Communities.

📅 Friday, November 20th, 2026
🕠 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
📍 The Magnolia Building
702 E. Orange St., Lakeland, FL

PAY WHAT YOU LIKE

There is no set ticket price. Choose the amount you would like to contribute.

Every guest must complete a ticket registration, even if you choose to make a $0 contribution, so that we can properly prepare food and plan for everyone attending.

Your registration includes:

• Admission to the Gala
• A meal for the evening
• An opportunity to celebrate, connect, and support the R2Cares community

YOUR DONATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

If you are able, we encourage you to give beyond the cost of attending.

Your contribution helps R2Cares continue providing scholarships and year-round programming that strengthens minds and empowers communities.

Your support helps us provide opportunities through:

• 🎓 Scholarships and educational opportunities
• 🧠 Mental wellness education and awareness
• ⚾ Youth sports and development
• 🤝 Mentorship and leadership programs
• ❤️ Community outreach and service
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family and community programming
• 🌱 Programs that invest in the next generation

Every donation helps us continue creating opportunities for people.

Sports is the vessel, not the destination.

We use sports and community as a vessel to help develop the whole person and create lasting impact beyond the field.

Thank you for being part of the R2Cares family and for helping us continue this work throughout the year.

With gratitude,
Ronnie Richardson & the R2Cares Team

R2Cares
Strengthening Minds. Empowering Communities.
Know the Human, Not Just the Athlete.

Important Registration Information

Every person attending must complete a ticket registration.

This allows R2Cares to accurately plan for seating, meals, and the number of guests attending.

Pay what you like. Come celebrate with us. Help us continue giving back.