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YWCA Durham is excited to announce that, after a six-year hiatus, our beloved Starry Nights Dinner, Dance & Auction is back! We invite you to join us as a donor, sponsor, or guest on Friday, September 25th at the Harmony Events Centre in Oshawa (1011 Bloor St. E.), from 6:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. This special evening will raise vital funds for Y’s WISH Shelter in Oshawa. 

There are many ways to support this meaningful event. Sponsorship opportunities range from $250 to $5,000. Individual tickets are $125, or reserve a table of 10 for $1,100. You can also make an impact by donating a silent or live auction item, or a gift-in-kind. Every contribution—large or small—helps provide safety and hope to women and children in crisis. 

Starry Nights is more than a fundraiser—it is a celebration of resilience, courage, and new beginnings. It brings together caring community members and valued supporters to stand with the women and children who turn to Y’s WISH Shelter during the most difficult times of their lives. When home is no longer safe, we are here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, offering refuge, support, and the chance to rebuild. 

Each year, hundreds of women reach out to our 24-hour crisis line seeking help. The need for shelter and support never disappears. As our largest annual fundraiser, Starry Nights plays a critical role in keeping our doors open and our services available. Now, more than ever, we need your support. 

To become a sponsor or to donate an item for our auction, please call our office at (905) 576-6356 or email dm@ywcadurham.org. For more information, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @YWCADurham. 

We sincerely hope we can count on your support this year and look forward to celebrating with you under the stars.