20th annual 'raising the roof'

dinner & entertainment charity benefit


follow the yellow brick road to

creative living unlimited

(formerly Medina Creative Housing)

BUY TICKETS

Journey down the yellow brick road to an evening of wonder as the Creative Living Wellness Center transforms into the magical world of Oz. On Saturday, April 18, 2026, step into a whimsical night—where imagination, joy, and purpose come together to support individuals with disabilities.



✨ What Awaits You:


  • A Feast Fit for Oz: Savor a delicious meal fit for the Wizard himself—crafted to delight and surprise as you dine in true Emerald City style.


  • Show-Stopping Entertainment: Enjoy an evening filled with music, interactive games, and the highlight of the night—the Creative Comedy Crew in their all-new performance, “There’s No Place Like Home.”


  • Auction Adventures: Bid on exciting and unique items in our live and silent auctions—each bid helping pave the road to greater opportunities.


  • Somewhere Over the Rainbow Raffle: Take a chance on 10 incredible prizes waiting just beyond the rainbow.


  • A World of Oz: From the yellow brick road to touches of Emerald City magic, experience immersive décor that brings this beloved story to life.


📅 Date:

Saturday, April 18, 2026


🕔 Time:

General Admission: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

VIP Reception*: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

*Exclusive hors d’oeuvres and drinks for sponsors of $2,500 and above


📍 Venue:

Creative Living Wellness Center

3076 Remsen Road, Medina


 

Join us for an unforgettable night where dreams take flight—and where we come together to make a lasting difference for individuals with disabilities.

 

🎟️ Click Here for Gala Tickets, Raffle Tickets, and Sponsorship Opportunities


somewhere over the rainbow raffle

BUY RAFFLE TICKET(S)

Take your chance on a truly magical adventure! The Somewhere Over the Rainbow Raffle invites you to follow the yellow brick road toward unforgettable prizes inspired by the world of The Wizard of Oz. Every ticket purchased directly supports Creative Living Unlimited and helps bring hope, opportunity, and belonging to individuals with disabilities.

 

How to Participate

  • Tickets: $25 each or 10 for $100
  • Coming Soon: Purchase tickets online HERE, call 330.635.0451, or stop by the Creative Living Unlimited office at 232 N. Court Street, Medina.
  • Winners will be notified by phone and email after the drawing. You do not need to be present to win!

 

10 Magical Prizes Await

  • 1st Prize - 2 round trip airline tickets to Las Vegas with 2 nights stay and 2 tickets to The Wizard of Oz at The Sphere, an immersive experience.
  • 2nd Prize - 4 Carnegie Club seats (inc. food and beverage) for the Cleveland Guardians vs. the “I’m Not In Kansas Anymore” Kansas City Royals on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
  • 3rd Prize - Dorothy’s Uncle Henry and Auntie Em’s Farm to Table Brunch OR Kansas Style BBQ for 10 delivered to your home.
  • 4th Prize - There’s No Place Like Home! Overnight stay at the Marriott downtown with $150 gift card to your favorite downtown restaurant.
  • 5th Prize - Pick out your Ruby Slippers. . .or any other shoes with a $200 gift card for Lucky Shoes.
  • 6th Prize - Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Z’s Cream and Beans in Hinckley for an ice cream party for 10.
  • 7th prize - We’re Off to See the Wizard – 2 bottles of Francis Coppola Wizard of Oz Merlot with a basket of gourmet items.
  • 8th prize - On Behalf of the Lollypop Guild, We Welcome You to Munchkinland! $100 gift card to b.a. Sweetie Candy Company.
  • 9th prize - Flying Monkeys – Flying Monkeys Mug with Creative Living coffee.
  • 10th prize - Field of Poppies - Poppy design Shopping Tote to carry your groceries with a $50 gift card to Giant Eagle.


Important Information

  • All prizes are donated and cannot be exchanged for cash value.
  • For prizes 1, 3, and 4, winners may select dates based on availability.
  • Please review all gift card and certificate details carefully, as some may include expiration dates or restrictions.


Why Your Ticket Matters

When you enter the Somewhere Over the Rainbow Raffle, you’re doing more than chasing magical prizes—you’re helping create a world where individuals with disabilities feel supported, empowered, and truly at home. Every ticket sold strengthens the mission of Creative Living Unlimited.

 

🎟️  Get your raffle tickets today and follow the yellow brick road toward something truly magical!

BUY TICKET(S) NOW!

sponsorship opportunities

Each year, the Raising the Roof Dinner & Entertainment Charity Event serves as a vital fundraiser to support the transformative work of Creative Living Unlimited. This year’s event is inspired by The Wizard of Oz, reminding us that everyone deserves a safe place to call home, meaningful opportunities, and a community where they belong.


We are dedicated to providing safe housing, meaningful employment opportunities, and enriching programs for individuals with disabilities. As the demand for our services grows, so does our commitment to meet those needs.


However, with a long waiting list and no tax levy funding as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we rely on the generosity of individuals, businesses, and our community to continue our mission.


We invite you to step into this year’s story and help build a place where there’s truly no place like home. By becoming a Sponsor, donating auction items, or attending the Gala, you will directly support the over 800 children, youth, and adults with disabilities who benefit from our programs.


Why Sponsor?

  • Visibility: Showcase your business to a dedicated and passionate audience.
  • Impact: Make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
  • Community: Join a network of like-minded supporters committed to building an inclusive future.


Your sponsorship includes opportunities for recognition, event tickets, and exclusive benefits.



📞 For Questions or More Information:
Diana Riley: 216-780-4796
Dianne DePasquale-Hagerty: 330-635-0377



Your support goes beyond changing lives—it creates opportunities, fosters independence, and inspires hope for a brighter future. Together, we can make sure that for everyone we serve, home is never out of reach.

All Sponsors will receive recognition in opening remarks, listing in advertisements and program, plus:


Emerald City

$20,000

  • Presenting Sponsor—Only one available!
  • 24 tickets to Event
  • Admission for 24 to Special V.I.P. Gala Reception at Event
  • Premier signage at Event
  • Special gift from the Grande Café or Z’s Cream and Bean catered to you!
  • Name or business listed on our website for one year
  • Custom slide in looping presentation at Event

Somewhere Over the Rainbow

$10,000

  • 20 tickets to Event
  • Admission for 20 to Special V.I.P. Gala Reception at Event
  • Name or business listed on our website for one year
  • Custom slide in looping presentation at Event

Ruby Slippers

$5,000

  • 10 tickets to Event
  • Admission for 10 to Special V.I.P. Gala Reception at Event
  • Name or business listed on our website for one year
  • Standard name/logo slide in looping presentation at Event

Yellow Brick Road

$2,500

  • 8 tickets to Event
  • Admission for 8 to Special V.I.P. Gala Reception at Event
  • Name or business listed on our website for one year
  • Standard name/logo slide in looping presentation at Event

Poppy Field

$1,500

  • 4 tickets to Event
  • Name or business listed on our website for one year
  • Listed on shared slide during looping presentation at Event

Munchkinland

$500

  • 2 tickets to Event
  • Name or business listed on our website for one year
  • Listed on shared slide during looping presentation at Event

Kansas

$250

  • Name or business listed on our website for one year
  • Listed on shared slide during looping presentation at Event

thank you, 2025 'raising the roof' sponsors!

  • The Criss Family
  • RPM International Inc.
  • Charles Grossman Family
  • Holland Management
  • David and Mary Betsill
  • Cooper Foundation
  • Foote Family
  • Hobe and Lucas, Certified Public Accountants
  • David and Beth Palmer
  • The Priemer Family
  • Ed and Jeanette Shemo
  • The Silvertooth Family
  • Tim Hagerty and Dianne DePasquale Hagerty
  • Tom and Sharon Borror
  • Carlson Funeral Homes
  • Bruce and Mary Colbow
  • Friends of MCH
  • Huntington Bank
  • Brad and Christine Knudsen
  • Sue Kozak, Edward Jones
  • Catherine Listinsky Family
  • PNC
  • Ed and Amy Stevens
  • Akron Community Foundation
  • The Dellinger Family
  • Mid-Continent Construction
  • Minuteman Press
  • North Coast Design Build
  • Community Energy Advisors
  • Kent and Judy Daugherty
  • Brian and Rachel Gehlbach
  • Craig and Suzette Hassinger
  • Rick Karges, Leadership Management Assoc.
  • Lamplight Counseling Services
  • Medina Family Chiropractic
  • Oswald Companies
  • Dino and Kathy Scuilli
  • Ursuline Sisters
  • Waite & Sons Funeral Homes
  • Westfield Bank
  • Buehler’s
  • Dave’s Tree Removal
  • Forest Meadows Villas
  • Michael Goyette, DDS
  • Graves Lumber
  • Heartbeats Jump Rope Team
  • Hendricks Family Dentistry
  • Terry and Diane Isaac
  • KeyBank
  • Medina Dairy Queen
  • Ann and Gene Reusch
  • The Criss Family
  • Fraternal Order of the Eagles Medina Aerie #2224
  • RPM International Inc.
  • Hallmark Painting LLC
  • Holland Management
  • The Grossman Family
  • Conbelt
  • Dave and Beth Palmer
  • The Betsil Family
  • Friend of MCH
  • Hobe & Lucas CPAs, Inc.
  • Premier Bank
  • Rea & Associates
  • The Foote Family
  • Tim Hagerty & Dianne DePasquale-Hagerty
  • Top Choice Roofing
  • Westfield Bank
  • Akron Community Foundation
  • Crain, Langner & Co.
  • Bruce and Mary Colbow
  • Ed and Amy Stevens
  • Huntington Bank
  • On the Spot Heating and Cooling
  • PNC Bank
  • Tom and Sharon Borror
  • The Carlson Family
  • The Hecky Group
  • The Litinsky Family
  • Adam and Nicole Zambetti
  • Craig and Sue Hassinger
  • Mid-Continent Construction
  • Osborn Medina
  • Oswald Companies
  • Spooner Inc.
  • Susan and Jeff Jackson
  • The Goldberg Family
  • Vitamix
  • Waite & Sons
  • Akron Childrens Hospital
  • Ann and Gene Reusch
  • Buehler’s Fresh Foods
  • Dean and Karen Holman
  • Empower Sports
  • Kent and Judy Daugherty
  • Diane and Terry Isaac
  • Heartbeat Jump Rope Team
  • Philpott Solutions Group
  • Plastipak Packaging Inc.
  • Dr. Schween, Schmidt and Warn
  • Sully’s Irish Pub
  • Titan Construction
  • Wadsworth Eye Clinic