Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) invites you to an unforgettable weekend celebrating 20 years of breaking barriers to essential healthcare for children. The highly anticipated Soirée on the Bay: Act IV returns March 14-15, 2025, at the stunning Dugas Family Estate in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. This year’s “Emerald” anniversary event promises two days of elegance, entertainment, and philanthropy, with the goal of raising $1 million to support CVHN’s mission. @highlight

From intimate wine tastings and gourmet cuisine to live Motown hits and spirited daytime festivities, Soirée on the Bay offers something for everyone, all while making a meaningful impact on children in need in Northwest Florida. Proceeds will directly fund free preventative dental services across Okaloosa and Walton counties.

WHO: Children’s Volunteer Health Network WHAT: Soireé on the Bay: Act IV WHERE: The Dugas Family Estate 38 West Hodge Road Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32549

WHEN: Friday, March 14, 2025 | 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. TICKETS: https://bit.ly/soireecvhn $1,000 per person. Includes all weekend events with wine, food, and gratuities.

ABOUT THE EVENT: Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) celebrates its 20th anniversary with Soirée on the Bay: Act IV. This year’s event embraces the spirit of the organization’s “Emerald” anniversary, with a touch of elegance and charm. Now in its fourth year, this unforgettable weekend will be hosted by the Dugas Family at their stunning estate overlooking the Choctawhatchee Bay in Santa Rosa Beach. As part of its 20th anniversary celebrations, CVHN aims to raise $1 million in 2025 to continue breaking down barriers to essential care for children in need.

The festivities begin Friday evening with an intimate gathering under the stars, featuring exclusive wine tastings from 20+ renowned vintners, gourmet cuisine by Café Thirty-A, a live DJ, and an exhilarating live auction. Attendees can bid on coveted prize packages, including luxury travel, a private chef dinner, and one-of-a-kind vintner experiences.

On Saturday, guests will enjoy a spirited daytime affair starting at 2:00 pm, complete with bocce ball, bubbly, wine samples, and delectable bites. The Tip Tops, returning for the fourth year, will keep the energy high with their crowd-pleasing Motown hits. Guests will capture memories in the event’s photo booth and leave with a VIP bag provided by The Jewel at Grand Boulevard.

For those unable to attend, a virtual silent auction will provide an opportunity to support CVHN’s mission. Details about the silent auction’s opening and closing dates will be shared on CVHN’s social media platforms closer to the event.

Tickets are $1,000 per person, which includes access to both Friday and Saturday’s events. Proceeds will directly support CVHN’s mission to eliminate barriers to accessible and affordable healthcare for children in need, with a focus on providing free restorative dental services to children across Okaloosa and Walton counties.

This year’s event sponsors include The Dugas Family, Café Thirty-A, VIE Magazine, Hancock Whitney Bank, Dr. Bradley Harrelson of Bluewater Bay Oral Surgery Center, The Jewel at Grand Boulevard, Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, Thomas Howel Ferguson P.A. CPAs, and more.

ABOUT CHILDREN’S VOLUNTEER HEALTH NETWORK: Children’s Volunteer Health Network, Inc. (CVHN) is a faith-based 501(c)(3) organization committed to improving the health and well-being of children in Walton and Okaloosa Counties over the last twenty yeras. Since 2005, CVHN has provided over $9 million in free dental health services, facilitating more than 160,000 procedures for local children. Through its Mobile Dental Clinics, including the newest addition, “Niecy”in 2022, and robust community partnerships, CVHN delivers restorative dental care and mental wellness support to children in need. Celebrating 20 years of service in 2025, CVHN reflects on its impact, having served over 20,000 children and breaking down barriers to ensure they have the resources needed to thrive.

For more information, visit cvhnkids.org or call (850) 622-3200. Follow CVHN on Facebook and Instagram for updates on programs and events.

Soirée on the Bay: Act IV returns March 14-15, 2025