Greater Toledo Realtist Association upcoming events

Don’t Ghost the Vote Candidate Registration (3 Oct 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Greater Toledo Realtist Association invites candidates appearing on the November 3, 2026 General Election ballot to participate in our second annual:

Don’t Ghost the Vote: Tricks, Treats & Truth About the 2026 Election

Saturday, October 3, 2026
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Wayman D. Palmer YMCA
200 E. Bancroft St.
Toledo, OH 43620

Don’t Ghost the Vote is a nonpartisan, family-focused civic engagement event designed to connect voters with candidates in a fun, welcoming environment while helping residents register to vote, check their voter registration and learn more about the upcoming election.

Candidates will host Halloween-themed tables where families can stop by, ask questions and hear a brief elevator pitch about the candidate and the office they are seeking.

And we’re getting our young people involved! Children will visit the candidate tables and cast their own ballots for their Favorite Candidate Table. The winning table will receive a prize.

Candidate Table Registration: $40
Includes one table and two chairs.

Registration Deadline: Friday, September 25, 2026

Registration fees help offset the cost of providing this free community civic engagement event.

We would love to have candidates participate personally. If your schedule does not allow you to attend, a designated campaign representative may attend and host your table on your behalf.

GTRA is a nonpartisan organization. The same registration opportunity, fee and participation guidelines are being offered to candidates regardless of political party or affiliation.

Don’t Ghost the Vote Community Partner Registration (3 Oct 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Join GTRA as a Community Partner for Don’t Ghost the Vote!

The Greater Toledo Realtist Association invites community, civic and advocacy organizations to join us for our second annual Don’t Ghost the Vote: Tricks, Treats & Truth About the 2026 Election.

Saturday, October 3, 2026
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Wayman D. Palmer YMCA
200 E. Bancroft St., Toledo, OH 43620

Don’t Ghost the Vote is a free, family-friendly, nonpartisan civic engagement event designed to make voting information and community resources more accessible. Residents will have an opportunity to meet candidates, register to vote, check their voter registration, learn more about the November election and connect with organizations serving our community.

We would love for your organization to host a Community Partner Table and share information, resources and services with attendees.

Community Partner participation is FREE and includes one 5-foot table and two chairs.

Community Partner Requirements

To help us create a fun, welcoming experience for families, participating Community Partners are required to:

Bring individually wrapped candy or prepackaged snacks to distribute to attendees.
Have a representative at your table throughout the event.
Bring information, resources or materials that highlight your organization and the services you provide.
Keep all displays, materials and interactions family-friendly and nonpartisan.
Follow GTRA and Wayman D. Palmer YMCA event and facility guidelines.

Halloween decorations are encouraged, but not required. Costumes are welcome, but never required. Come as you are!

Community Partner registration deadline: Friday, September 25, 2026.

Space is limited. Please complete one registration per organization.

We look forward to partnering with you as we bring our community together for an afternoon of civic engagement, education and family fun!

The Realtist President’s Ball: High Stakes for Homeownership (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

The Realtist President’s Ball: High Stakes for Homeownership

Saturday, November 7, 2026
6:00 PM to 10:30 PM

GESU Sullivan Center
2049 Parkside Blvd
Toledo, OH 43607

Join the Greater Toledo Realtist Association for an elegant black tie evening featuring casino tables, catered dinner, open bar, raffles, prizes, and community impact.

This signature fundraising event supports GTRA’s mission to promote Democracy in Housing and expand homeownership access in Black, minority, and underserved communities.

President’s Choice Honoree
Suzette Rushing
Executive Director, Wayman D. Palmer YMCA

Choose your ticket option below:

Loyalty Ticket: $75 (Admission for 1 guest)
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Couple Loyalty Ticket: $130 (Admission for 2 guests)
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Table of 8: $600 (Reserved seating for 8 guests)
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Ticket Policy: All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be issued. Tickets may be transferred to another guest by notifying GTRA prior to the event.