Lights. Camera. Action!
You won’t want to miss the 2026 Benefit + Auction: Our Babies Are Superstars.
This year, the spotlight shines on our true superstars: the infants and toddlers with hearing loss we serve today, the alumni whose stories were shaped by Sound Start Babies, and the families and professionals who have played a starring role over the past 30 unforgettable years.
Meet the littlest stars of Sound Start—babies whose first scenes are full of curiosity, discovery, and bold beginnings. With the right support, their stories light up the screen, turning early challenges into adventures, milestones, and endless possibilities.
And, of course, no Hollywood night is complete without a little sparkle: a seated dinner, dazzling company, and silent and live auctions that are guaranteed to leave you starstruck.
Contact us with any questions: Allison.White@soundstartbabies.org.
Whether or not you’re able to join us on May 27, you can still help make our Silent + Live Auctions a smashing success!
We’re grateful for donations of sports, concert or theater tickets, as well as unique experiences or items. Don’t have something to donate, but still want to help? No problem—you can easily shop online and send a donation directly to the auction.
2026 "HEAR-o" of the Year
2026 Benefit Committee
The following individuals generously share their time and resources with Sound Start Babies in order to make the Benefit happen. We are so grateful for their partnership and support!
Maxine + Harry Riskin, Emma Baker, Lindsay Boitel Stephanie + Russell Deyo, Amy Diaz, Jack Gentul Jessica + Michael Griffin, Melissa + Eric Hazen Cari Hochman, Meghan Leininger Scott Martoramo Ed + Akane McKirdy Alex + Jackie Mitchell Gemma + Jack Nagle Barbara Pelson Ann + Mark Ryan Heather + Mark Schey Colby Sittig Jonathan + Ana Weizman
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors!
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER – $25,000
Stephanie + Russell Deyo
STUDIO HEAD – $12,000
A-LISTERS – $6,500
The Afonso Foundation
FinPro
The McKirdy Family
Cath + Joff Mitchell
Alex + Jackie Mitchell
MLM Hearing
Barbara A. Pelson
PNC Private Bank
Jonathan + Ana Weizman
AWARD WINNERS – $5,000
Marjorie + Robert Solomon
Paul Miller Porsche
RISING STARS – $3,000
Dori Labs
Goddard School of Hillsborough
Jessica + Michael Griffin
Jack Gentul, PhD
McKirdy, Riskin, Olson + DellaPelle, P.C.
Margherita + John Mozer
Ann + Mark Ryan
SureWay Printing + Graphics
AGENTS – $1,000
Marion Clark
Suzanne Franks
Clare + Martin Prentice
Sound Start Babies EIN 22-3473606
