Annual Ha Ha Gala
Comedy for a Cause
Laugh with us. Make more possible.
Join Cadence Care Network for the 4th Annual Ha Ha Gala, featuring nationally touring comedian Joe List! Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy that helps expand access to treatment, services, and resources for children and families across Ohio.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
260 W Federal St, Youngstown, OH
Recommended for ages 18+
About the Ha Ha Gala
Now in its fourth year, the Ha Ha Gala brings people together for an evening of stand-up comedy, good company, and a shared purpose that lasts long after the final laugh. The event benefits Cadence Care Network, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Through the generosity of guests, sponsors, and supporters, Cadence can reach more children and families across Ohio at moments that matter most. That support means more children receiving treatment before challenges become crises, more parents gaining the tools to keep their families strong and together, and more young people building confidence and independence in the communities they call home.
Stronger families build stronger communities. And every person who shows up for the Ha Ha Gala helps make that possible.
2026 Ha Ha Gala
$25,680
RAISED
Over 260 guests joined us in 2026, helping turn one night of laughter into opportunities for children and families across Ohio.
WHAT YOUR SUPPORT MAKES POSSIBLE
More than 8,100 children and families across Ohio turn to Cadence Care Network for help each year. Funds raised through the Ha Ha Gala provide essential resources and support directly to the children and families we serve.
When families need us, your generosity helps us say, “Yes, we can.”
Why It Matters
When a child is struggling, the whole family feels it.
You can help a child a lot by helping the parent.
- Matt Kresic, President & CEO
Cadence Care Network
That's why Cadence works with families in their homes and communities. We take time to understand their daily challenges, not just a child's symptoms, so we can provide support that fits their lives.
But not every need is covered by insurance or public funding. Your generosity helps fill those gaps, providing practical resources, trusted relationships, and support that families might otherwise go without.
what that support means to families
- Eliza, mother of Kai, a teen receiving Cadence behavioral health respite services
For Kai, respite means having another trusted adult who listens, encourages her, and helps her build confidence. For her mother, it means knowing her daughter has someone else in her corner.
As Eliza explains, "It offers [children] something that us parents can't necessarily provide."
When Families need more, you can help.
Your support today helps Cadence provide the care and resources traditional funding doesn't always cover. With your help, we can create greater stability for children and families by meeting their needs where they live, learn, and grow.
Comedy Lineup
2027 Headliner
Joe List
Give Joe List an everyday annoyance, an uncomfortable situation, or the smallest inconvenience, and he'll find a dozen reasons to laugh about it. With more than 25 years of stand-up experience, he's built a devoted following through his relatable, relentlessly funny take on life's little absurdities.
His comedy specials have attracted millions of views on YouTube, including his latest, Small Ball. He's appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Conan, The Late Show with David Letterman, and Netflix's The Standups. He's also a regular at New York City's legendary Comedy Cellar and co-hosts the popular podcast Tuesdays with Stories! with fellow comedian Mark Normand.
Now he's bringing the laughs to Youngstown! Catch Joe List live on April 24, 2027, at DeYor Performing Arts Center as the headliner of Cadence Care Network's 4th Annual Ha Ha Gala.
MORE LAUGHS TO COME
Opening comedian announcement coming soon!
Ticket details are on the way, too! Sign up for event updates to find out who's joining Joe List onstage and be notified when tickets go on sale.
Sponsor the 2027 Ha Ha Gala
Your sponsorship helps make this night of comedy possible while supporting Cadence Care Network's work with children and families across Ohio. It's an opportunity to increase your business's visibility, connect with community members and fellow businesses, and demonstrate your commitment to the communities you serve.
Explore our sponsorship opportunities below and find the right fit for your business or organization. For a closer look at what's included, view our 2027 Sponsorship Guide here.
Please note: Selecting a sponsorship level will take you to Givebutter, our secure fundraising platform, to complete your transaction.
PRESENTING PARTNER
- 10 event tickets
- Premier event recognition, including:
- “Presented by” logo on gala website and in event program
- Premier placement in sponsor sections
- “Presented by” logo on all Cadence-produced print materials and signage
- Featured recognition on social media and in emails
CHAMPION PARTNER
- 8 event tickets
- Prominent event recognition, including:
- Prominent logo placement on gala website and in event program
- Prominent logo on event signage
- Group sponsor recognition on social media
IMPACT PARTNER
- 6 event tickets
- Event recognition, including:
- Logo on gala website and in event program
- Logo on event signage
- Group sponsor recognition on social media
COMMUNITY PARTNER
- 4 event tickets
- Event recognition, including:
- Logo on gala website and in event program
- Name on event signage
- Group sponsor recognition on social media
SUPPORTING PARTNER
- 2 event tickets
- Sponsor recognition, including:
- Name on gala website
- Name recognition in event program
FRIEND OF CADENCE
- Community supporter recognition, including:
- Name recognition in the event program
Interested in a custom sponsorship or supporting a specific part of the event?
We'd love to explore opportunities such as a Giving Moment match, raffle sponsorship, or concessions sponsorship.
Ryan McNaughton
Director of Marketing & Development
330-544-8005 ext. 2109
EMAIL RYAN
Frequently Asked Questions
Help more families get the help they need.
Your gift to the Ha Ha Gala helps Cadence Care Network provide essential resources and opportunities for children and their families across Ohio. Every donation strengthens our ability to respond when families need additional support.
The laughter brings us together. Your generosity helps us say "YES!" to more families.
Give securely through Givebutter. Cadence Care Network is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving children and families across Ohio. EIN #34-1645670