2025 “Vinos at the Plaza” Wine Auction

The Coral Gables Community Foundation successfully hosted its seventh annual wine auction, raising a record amount of donations to directly benefit its scholarship and community grant programs.

Mayor Vince Lago, Board Chair Michael Walsh, President & CEO Mauricio Vivero

The Coral Gables Community Foundation successfully hosted its seventh annual “Vinos at the Plaza” Wine Auction, raising a record amount of donations. These funds will directly benefit the Foundation’s scholarship and community grant programs, following a historic year in which the Foundation awarded a record $3.25 million in scholarship aid to deserving high school seniors.

The event took place at the 7th Floor Terrace of The Plaza Coral Gables on a beautiful, moonlit night. Guests enjoyed balmy breezes and an incredible view of the “City Beautiful” while participating in a curated wine auction featuring selections from some of South Florida’s most prestigious private collections. Honorary Chairs for the evening were Mayor Vince Lago and his wife, Olga Mari Lago.

During the festivities, Community Foundation Board Chair Michael Walsh announced a special tribute to the evening’s co-chairs. In recognition of his service to the community, the Foundation has established the 2026 Mayor Vince and Olga Mari Lago Scholar award.

Jeffrey Flanagan & Gabriel Quiroga
Jeffrey Flanagan & Gabriel Quiroga
Robert & Lucy Cohen
Robert & Lucy Cohen
Don Slesnick

Presenting Sponsor

Evensky & Katz / Foldes Wealth Management

Sommelier Sponsors

CMA Design Studio
Invenio Wealth Partners

Uncorked Sponsors

Celerity Fiber
EIMC
FC&E Build
Kelly Tractor
Morgan Stanley
PAAST
Roger Stoudt & Yosbel Ibarra
Strang Design

Tasting Sponsors

Jon & Anne Goldman

Corporate Sponsors

Amerant Bank
Arcano
Ashley Cusack Team
Bacardi
Baptist Health
Belmont Village
Ciao Havana
Coral Gables Trust
Don Q
EPGD Business Law
Evensky & Katz / Foldes Wealth Management
Mercedes Benz of Coral Gables
MG Developer
Mosaicist
Ryder
The Plaza Coral Gables
Williamson Cadillac
Zucca

Media Partners

Coral Gables Magazine
Miami Herald
Miami’s Community Newspapers

Rod Hildebrandt & Board Member Matthew Meehan, with Marichi O’Rourke, Teresa Lowenthal
Rod Hildebrandt & Board Member Matthew Meehan, with Marichi O’Rourke, Teresa Lowenthal
Brian Goldmeier
Erbi Blanco & Alex True
Erbi Blanco & Alex True
David & Cristina Evensky, Michelle Panzera, Board Chair Michael Walsh
David & Cristina Evensky, Michelle Panzera, Board Chair Michael Walsh
Mayor Vince Lago & Jorge L. Arrizurieta from Gables Chamber
Javier & Jen Avila, Xavier & Nataly Durana (center), with Isa and Oscar Arellano
Gus & Suzy Cisneros, Margina Demmer, Daniella Gallego, Katie Calienes and spouse, Jackie Tommasino
Valerie Quemada, Board Member Matthew Meehan, Ray Corral & Alina Meledina

About the Coral Gables Community Foundation

Established in 1991 by community leaders, the Coral Gables Community Foundation inspires impactful philanthropy through charitable funds and programs using local knowledge, expertise and trusted relationships. The Foundation drives philanthropic solutions to improve the quality of life and promote a thriving, collaborative, and generous community. More at www.GablesFoundation.org.