A Record-Breaking White Party for Guys With Ties Philanthropy!

Guys With Ties Philanthropy celebrated its 21st anniversary with a record-breaking White Party at Blue Martini Orlando on Friday, August 21, 2026.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our guests, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and community partners, the event raised $50,000 for NextStep Orlando. This was the largest single-event donation in the history of Guys With Ties Philanthropy and the largest donation NextStep Orlando has ever received.

NextStep Orlando provides recovery, health, and wellness programs for people living with paralysis caused by spinal cord injuries, strokes, brain injuries, and other neurological conditions. We are honored to support its life-changing work in the Central Florida community.

Before the event, Guys With Ties Chairman Ryan Rapolti and Vice President Dereck Williams joined Jason Guy on WESH 2 News to discuss the White Party and the important mission of NextStep Orlando.

Watch the WESH 2 News coverage here.

Hundreds of guests dressed in white came together for an unforgettable evening featuring live music by award-winning local band Audio Exchange, complimentary Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktails, food from Blue Martini, dancing, and a silent auction.

A special thank-you to our Presenting Sponsors:

We would also like to thank:

Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Blue Martini Orlando
Pointe Orlando
Audio Exchange
Our auction donors
Our volunteers and board members
Every guest who attended, donated, sponsored, or helped spread the word

This historic night would not have been possible without the support of the Orlando community. Together, we celebrated 21 years of Guys With Ties Philanthropy and made a meaningful investment in the recovery, independence, and quality of life of NextStep Orlando’s clients.

Thank you for helping us make this the most successful fundraising event in our organization’s history!

Watch highlights from past Guys With Ties events.

Learn more about our organization and upcoming events at www.guyswithties.org.

Orlando's Biggest White Party! Join Guys with Ties as our our organization turns 21 years old! White Party at Blue Martini!

**ENTRY tickets are purchased on EVENTBRITE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-white-party-presented-by-guys-with-ties-philanthropy-tickets-1986638435038?aff=givebutter

Join Guys With Ties Philanthropy raising money for Next Step Orlando with the annual White Party. For one night, more than 500 people wearing all white will enjoy cocktails and dancing to LIVE MUSIC by local award winning band, Audio Exchange!
A big Thanks to our GOLD Sonsors Lift 365 Fitness and X-Wavetech

When: Friday, August 21st, 2026

Where: Blue Martini at Pointe Orlando: 9101 International Drive, #1182, Orlando, Florida 32819

Time: 8:00pm – 11:00pm

Benefitting: Next Step Orlando

NextStep Orlando is a local nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals living with paralysis due to spinal cord injury, stroke, brain injury, or other neurological disorders through recovery, health, and wellness programs.

WHITE STYLISH ATTIRE REQUIRED

Highlights of Attending:

Live Music by award winning band AUDIO EXCHANGE
2 Complimentary Cocktails from Tito's Vodka (valid from 8pm-11pm)
Lite bites from Blue Martini (additional Food menu for purchase)
Silent Auction Bid Now Here!

21 & Up Only! DRINK RESPONSIBLY!

PRESENTING SPONSORS

Lift 365 Fitness

X-Wavetech

We Love our Sponsors:

Tito's Handmade Vodka
Blue Martini Orlando
The Pointe Orlando

AUCTION INFO

Coming Soon

This event will take place regardless of weather. No refunds will be provided. The event funds are a donation to charitable cause.

More info visit: www.guyswithties.org

2026 White Party benefitting Next Step Orlando - Presented by Lift365 Fitness

Party with a Purpose!