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Because When We Create Safe Spaces for Them to Shine, They Do!

Join us for The Stars Come Out at Night on August 25, 2025  (6 PM – 9 PM  at the iconic Leu Gardens)—Orlando Youth Alliance’s most important night of the year—a dazzling evening where community shines and purpose leads the way This inspiring evening celebrates OYA’s mission to provide safe, supportive spaces where LGBTQ+ youth are embraced, affirmed, and empowered to thrive.  When our community comes together with love and intention, we make it possible for every young person to shine in their own true way.

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  • 6pm -   The night begins on the veranda with a Sunset Social—a vibrant welcome featuring cocktails, appetizers, and opportunities to mingle with our Community Champions and OYA Youth Ambassadors

  • 7pm - The journey continues as we move to the Camellia Ballroom for our  Centerstage Celebration a heartfelt and high-energy program hosted by Scott Maxwell of the Orlando Sentinel. Enjoy a locally inspired dinner while being uplifted by powerful youth stories  and the spirited Celebrity Server Challenge Rounds—four fast-paced fundraising challenges that put our local celebrity servers in the spotlight for a great cause. NEW THIS year each Celebrity Server is paired with an OYA Youth Ambassador.  

  • 8pm - In closing, Sweet Reflections invites guests to linger over desserts and meaningful conversation, basking in the glow of community as we celebrate the light within every young person—and the power of safe spaces to help them truly shine.

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Bold local personalities stepping up as table hosts, style icons, and playful co-hosts—bringing flair, fun, and fierce support to fuel OYA’s mission of safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth.​​​

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Celebrity Servers

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OYA-grown and mission-driven, these inspiring young adults embody our purpose. As storytellers and change-makers, they give guests a firsthand look at the impact of safe, supportive spaces. ​​

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Youth Ambassadors

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Community Champions

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We’re shining the spotlight on some standout local partners whose passions mirrors our mission—building a community where LGBTQ+ youth feel seen, safe, and celebrated every day.

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