Check out scenes from the March 7, 2026 event at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport.
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Boston’s biggest names in sports, business, and philanthropy came together Saturday night for one of the city’s most anticipated charity events of the year as the 2026 Boston Winter Ball raised $2.5 million for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation.
Held at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport on March 7, 2026, the black-tie event—often referred to as “Boston’s Biggest Night Out”—brought together hundreds of supporters for an evening dedicated to improving the lives of children across Greater Boston.
Leading the evening were longtime New England Patriots leaders Matthew Slater and David Andrews, alongside Boston Bruins legend Patrice Bergeron and soccer star Matt Turner as Boston’s sports community turned out in full force to support the foundation’s mission. Athletes, civic leaders, philanthropists, and young professionals filled the ballroom in support of programs that expand access to education, healthcare, and leadership opportunities for Boston-area youth.
The Boston Winter Ball has become one of the city’s signature charity events, uniting Boston’s sports community with the next generation of philanthropists to raise funds for youth-focused initiatives.
The evening began with an intimate sponsor dinner and program before transforming into a high-energy celebration as hundreds of guests filled the ballroom for the annual Winter Ball celebration.
The $2.5 million raised will support the Corey C. Griffin Foundation’s partnerships with leading educational and healthcare institutions dedicated to improving opportunities and outcomes for children throughout the region.
Now in its 17th year, the Boston Winter Ball has helped raise millions of dollars for programs supporting children across Greater Boston, continuing the legacy of Corey Griffin’s commitment to philanthropy, service, and community impact.
Photography by Vail Fucci
About the Corey C. Griffin Foundation
Since 2014, the Corey C. Griffin Foundation has defined itself as a philanthropic leader in the Greater Boston area and surrounding region. Grounded in its remembrance of Corey Griffin (1986–2014) and his passion for service, youth, faith, and giving, the foundation continues to expand its work through partnerships with nonprofit organizations focused on ensuring youth access and equity in education and healthcare while fostering leadership development opportunities. For more information visit: https://www.coreycgriffinfoundation.org/
