- December 4, 2025
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Shari Nevis, Sarah Ryder, Stefanie and Anthony Merillo waited for a shuttle to take them to the Sheeters.
Four singers stood in front of Windermere’s Town Hall to sing Christmas songs.
Katie Thompson, Eight Waves program coordinator invited Bethany and Ben Wade to attend the fundraiser.
Austin Arthur is a board member of Eight Waves and brought his wife Kellie Arthur to the event.
Ixchelle Hicks and Danique Hodge were dressed to impress.
Angelita Desatnik attended the fundraising event in style.
Deedee Hughes was all smiles.
Different types of foods were offered, like Spain’s popular dish paella.
Deejay Spiffeugene was one of many live entertainment sources at the fundraiser.
Artist Jordan Jones created a painting to be auctioned.
Attendees were able to enjoy casino-style games.
Jo Barsh and Cyndi Gustafson were happy to be at the event.
Jainya Paul and Grace Larson from Sizzlin’ Greens shared the holiday spirit with attendees.
John Brauner and Scott McIntyre chatted outdoors.
Ray and Dodi Gaines attended the event as a couple.
Vidisha Bajpai and Sara Bourgaize spent time laughing together.
Resheeda Pierre, Michelle and Todd Glass sat on the couch and watched some football.
Suzan Goracke and Christina Noegel contributed to Eight Waves fundraiser.
Musician Corey Marshall performed at the fundraiser with his band.
Crystal and Jeff Fitzgerald said they deeply appreciate Eight Waves.
Eight Waves CEO Sara Meyer took the stage to give an emotional speech.
Andy Sheeter was welcomed to the stage to talk to the audience.
Eileen and Dave Buckles were delighted by the fundraiser.
What started as an initiative to help five children in need soon became a nonprofit helping thousands of Central Florida kids succeed in school and in life.
Eight Waves, a nonprofit organization based in Winter Garden held its annual fundraising event Saturday, Nov. 22 to continue serving the community's children.
Home for the Holidays was hosted at Andy and Isabel Sheeter’s estate, where event attendees received a one-of-a-kind experience.
Guests enjoyed live music, cocktails, dishes from local restaurants, desserts, a family-friendly atmosphere and participated in auctions to give back to Eight Waves.
The Sheeter’s home was elegantly filled with Christmas decorations and surrounded with Eight Waves students' testimonials.