14th Annual Shooting Touch GALA AND WATCH PARTY

April 6, 2026 | Big Night Live | Boston, MA | 5:30pm


Big Game. Bigger Impact. Biggest Night.

On April 6th, we’re leveraging the unifying power of sport and the energy of the Final Four to move under-resourced communities locally and globally forward.

Hosted at Big Night Live on Championship Night, we are bringing together elite athletes and leaders from sports, business, media, and philanthropy to celebrate the power of basketball and turn Final Four energy into lasting impact that extends far beyond the court.


Gala Sponsorship Opportunities

As a Gala Sponsor, you’re positioning your brand among some of the most influential voices across sports, media, business, and social impact.

Sponsors receive high-visibility alignment within a dynamic gala-meets-watch-party experience, surrounded by NBA and WNBA athletes, industry leaders, media talent, and global changemakers—all on one of Boston’s most iconic stages. Learn more below.


2026 GALA SPONSORS:

PROGRAM SUPPORTERS:
Comic Relief | Converse | Dick Sporting Goods | Dream Big!
New Balance | NBA Africa | NBA Foundation | Noble & Greenough School
The Pat Connaughton Foundation | Play With Purpose Fund | Puma

MEDIA PARTNER:
NBC Boston


Previous Gala Awardees:

GAME CHANGER AWARD

2016 - Alex Gallagher

2017 - Jackie MacMullan presented by Brad Stevens

2018 - Farley Urmston and Karl Bandtel

2019 - Lisanne Comeau

2021 - Vin Bui

2023 - John and Holly Shaughnessy

2025 - Christina Pham

PLAYMAKER AWARD

2025 - Al Horford


LEARN MORE & GET INVOLVED

Contact Lindsey Kittredge, Chief Advancement Officer, at lkittredge@shootingtouch.com.