Astros Foundation’s annual Diamond Dreams Gala raises $2 million
Funds from event support New Hope Housing, which works to combat homelessness
HOUSTON — For much of the past decade, the Astros have dedicated a segment of their offseason to raising funds for New Hope Housing, which combats homelessness by providing housing and support services for those in need.
The Astros Foundation’s Diamond Dreams Gala has raised millions since its first one in 2016. This year’s event was held at Minute Maid Park and drew 1,500 guests — including Astros owner Jim Crane and several well-known players from the years past. The event included a silent auction and a live auction that offered signed memorabilia and once-in-a-lifetime baseball experiences that will take place during the 2025 season.
There was also a “golden ticket” lottery — 100 tickets sold at the price of $500. The winner was gifted with two season tickets for 2025. In total, the gala raised nearly $2 million.
“We worked all year for this,” said Paula Harris, the executive director of the Astros Foundation and senior VP of community affairs. “To have so many people here, working together, playing together, dancing together, all night long, all for the homeless in Houston … We know the problem. We just want to be part of the solution.”
The Astros draw a large crowd every year to the gala, which features a well-known musical guest who performs on a stage set up in center field. This year’s performer was Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, record producer, actor and dancer Ne-Yo.
Past musical guests include James Taylor; Diana Ross; Lionel Richie; Earth, Wind & Fire; Gladys Knight; Boyz II Men; and Seal.
