Special Events for Stepping Stones
Stepping Stones hosts a variety of special events each year, to benefit life-changing programs for people with disabilities in Greater Cincinnati! Since 1963, we have enabled children and adults with disabilities to build independence and fully participate in their communities. Join us at one of our signature special events and raise funds for life-changing programs that truly improve lives!Get Involved!
Volunteer at, sponsor or attend one of the following fundraising events for Stepping Stones:

Be Our Valentine!
In February, this Valentine-inspired evening offers fine food and drink. Since its beginning in 2007, Open Your Heart allows guests to enjoy a relaxing evening with cocktails and an elegant dinner. Join us on February 3, 2026 at Stone Creek Dining Company in Montgomery. View information on Open Your Heart, here.
Tee-Off for Stepping Stones

Kick-off the summer season by supporting Stepping Stones’ programs and hitting the green. Held at the scenic O’Bannon Creek Golf Club in Loveland, the annual Golf Classic features exciting hole challenges, fantastic prizes, refreshing drinks and food by local favorites. At the end of the day, dinner options will be available and event winners will be announced. View information on The Golf Classic, here.

Bloom for Stepping Stones
Our signature Bloom event has a new theme this year, The Great Bloom, on September 6, 2025 at Element Eatery in Madisonville. It will be a night inspired by the glitz and glamour of Gatsby with fabulous food, casino-style games, entertainment, a silent auction and more! View details on this year’s Bloom event.
The Sporting Clays Tournament
The Sporting Clays Tournament is a fun, unique event for both new and experienced shooters. Join us on October 17, 2025 at the Sycamore Pheasant Club for an exciting clay shoot with select games. Following the clay shoot, dinner options will be available and winners will be announced. For more information on the Sporting Clays Tournament, click here!