Excitement is building for the second annual Ultimate Garden Party event scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 2023. Throughout the afternoon soiree at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, event attendees can look forward to making memorable moments while raising funds and transforming lives through nutritious meals and hope.
Here’s a look back at some of the memorable moments from last year.
The Warm Welcome
From your first step into the event until the last prize is claimed in the silent auction, the Ultimate Garden Party is filled with fun details, including the living hedge wall.
This foliage-covered scene is an Instagram-worthy photo op serving each guest a welcome glass of champagne. Be sure to stop by, snap a pic and grab a glass from one of our helping hands.
The Dance
Blue La La Entertainment and event emcees Jason Guy and Michelle Imperato from WESH 2 News kicked off the Ultimate Garden Party program with a whimsical musical number that attendees are still talking about one-year later.
The Live Auction
Going once, going twice. Sold! Sold! Sold!
“My favorite memory of last year’s event was how excited everyone was to purchase the week in South Africa. The energy in that room was electric!” says Katie Johnson.
The live auction is a major highlight of the Ultimate Garden Party. Last year, international trips, luxury dining opportunities and once-in-a-lifetime experiences were auctioned off to raise funds to help fight hunger in Central Florida. Stay tuned to discover what exciting items will be up for grabs this year.
The Key
Throughout the event, anticipation builds to see who will take home the ultimate prize in the Full Bloom Chance Drawing. One lucky winner takes home a prize package filled with jewelry, excursions, theme park tickets, household goodies and so much more. Only 250 entries will be sold, and you must be present to win… because we want to see you unlock the door!
The Message
The Carter family’s story of hope and courage resonated with event attendees and reminded everyone that hunger can happen to anyone, especially when they least expect it.
The Bid from the Heart was an overwhelming moment of generosity that made it possible to provide over 1.6 million meals for neighbors, just like Jeremy and Stephanie.
“Watching so many Central Floridians gather in the name of addressing hunger is so inspiring,” says Jordan C. Vaughn, Ultimate Garden Party event committee member. “Last year’s event was a perfect example of how philanthropy can change lives and bring people together, creating a greater impact. I can’t wait to see what this year holds!”
Don your spring dapper best, join Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, and escape to elegance at The Ultimate Garden Party. You’ll create memorable moments and provide much-needed meals and hope to our friends and neighbors facing hunger.
