What an extraordinary night!

For the first time in Spaghetti Dinner history, we raised more than $1 MILLION.

This remarkable milestone was made possible by hundreds of gifts of all sizes, reflecting our community’s extraordinary generosity and commitment to uplifting women.

The energy in the room was electric—filled with hope, joy, and passion for our mission—as you can see in the photo gallery from this year’s event.

As WLP Advocate Bonnie Zamparelli reminded us:

“Every woman deserves someone who doesn’t give up on her. And every woman deserves someone who believes she can get there.”

Thank you for making history with us, and for helping ensure more women have the safety, stability, and opportunity they deserve.

This Year’s Guest Speaker

Meet Bonnie Zamparelli, Outreach Advocate

Some stories don't just move you; they change you. Bonnie's is one of them.

On October 29, 2026, Bonnie took the stage at Spaghetti Dinner to share her journey of resilience, humanity, and hope. Her story will stay with us long after the evening ended.

For the past eight years, Bonnie has grown into a leader at our shelters. She helps women experiencing homelessness find not only housing, but hope, stability, and the belief that a different future is possible. What makes her work extraordinary isn't just what she does; it's who she is.

Bonnie’s understanding of homelessness isn't something she learned from a textbook or a training manual. It's deeply personal. Her lived experience became the foundation of a life now devoted to making sure no woman must carry that weight alone.

She leads with humility, listens without judgment, and believes that trust is where transformation begins. Time and again, she has witnessed what becomes possible when someone is met with compassion instead of assumptions and belief instead of labels.

Bonnie’s story and the work she does every day are examples of extraordinary resilience, unexpected purpose, and the power of human connection.

COMMUNITY BUILDERS
360PR+
Beacon Bank & Trust
Boston Sand & Gravel
Debra & Bill Bulkeley
Coldwell Banker Realty Cares Foundation
Gloria Coolidge
Janine Danielson
Donna & Steve Fessler
Larry & Atsuko Fish
Dan & Dana Fulham
Eileen Hsü-Balzer
Liberty Mutual Insurance
The McGee Family
New England Development
Derri Shtasel & Gary Gottlieb

GUEST SUPPORTERS
Cambridge Savings Bank
Eastern Bank Foundation
Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston
Gordon Brothers Group LLC
Leader Bank
Ropes & Gray
Saint Cecilia Parish
State Street Corporation

SPONSOR SPAGHETTI DINNER

The name Spaghetti Dinner honors the origins of Women's Lunch Place.

In 1982, two women in their mid-twenties launched our organization with a bold vision: to help end homelessness and create a place where every woman’s dignity would be recognized—a place where women could find safety, support, and belonging.

The original Spaghetti Dinner, held at our beloved day shelter at 67 Newbury Street, was our first fundraiser. It featured a humble, family-style meal and brought people together in support of a mission rooted in compassion and individualized care.

Forty-four years later, we proudly continue that tradition.

While today’s venue and menu may be more elevated, the spirit of Spaghetti Dinner remains the same: a celebration of togetherness and the belief that a shared meal can mark the beginning of hope and lasting change.

EXCITING NEWS: SPAGHETTI DINNER RAISED Over $1 MILLION!

What an extraordinary night!

This Year’s Guest Speaker

Meet Bonnie Zamparelli, Outreach Advocate

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: