MA Council of Nonprofits

Evening of Angels Gala and Auction
2026-11-20 17:30 - 23:30 UTC | Seaport Hotel Boston, One Seaport Lane, Boston, MA, 02210, United States
A night of hope, celebration, and giving
On November 20, 2026, the Seaport Hotel in Boston will shine brightly as we gather for the 30th Anniversary Evening of Angels, a truly extraordinary evening celebrating three decades of hope, healing, and compassion. This milestone gala brings together the dedicated supporters, volunteer pilots, partners, patients, and friends who have made Angel Flight Northeast’s lifesaving mission possible since 1996.
Together, we will honor the incredible community that ensures distance is never a barrier to medical care—and celebrate the tens of thousands of lives forever changed by their generosity.
Guests will enjoy an elegant and inspiring evening filled with:
A Gourmet Dinner & Entertainment – Savor a delicious meal while enjoying a memorable night of celebration and connection.
Live & Silent Auctions – Bid on exclusive experiences, luxury getaways, and one-of-a-kind items, all to support free medical flights for patients in need.
Raffles & Special Prizes – Exciting opportunities to win incredible prizes while making a meaningful difference.
Honoring Our Heroes – Recognizing the volunteer pilots, partners, donors, and patient families whose compassion and dedication have powered 30 years of hope.
About Angel Flight of New England
Founded in 1996, Angel Flight Northeast (AFNE) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to coordinating free air and ground transportation so children and adults can access lifesaving and life-changing medical care, regardless of financial or geographic barriers.
This mission is made possible by more than 300 volunteer pilots and trusted partnerships with commercial aviation partners, including JetBlue and Cape Air.
Over the past 30 years, Angel Flight Northeast has coordinated more than 111,000 flights, flown over 17 million miles, and connected patients to care at 750+ medical facilities—all at no cost to the families we serve. Each year alone, more than 3,000 flights provide access to cancer treatment, clinical trials, specialized surgery, and critical care.
By attending the 30th Anniversary Evening of Angels, you are celebrating the people who make this mission possible—and helping ensure the next patient can reach the care they need.
Every flight represents hope.
Every supporter makes it possible.
Every year, lives are changed because of this community.
This is more than a gala—it is a celebration of 30 years of compassion, generosity, and the extraordinary people behind Angel Flight Northeast.
Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and ensure hope continues to take flight for years to come.
Individual Ticket – $275
Tables of 10 – $2,750

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