Pathway to Possible’s
Autumn auction
Thursday, October 9, 2025
6:00p - 9:00p
Brae Burn Country Club
326 Fuller Street, Newton, MA
Together we can ensure that our clients continue to receive exceptional support and are able to live their best lives.
Pathway to Possible's annual Autumn Auction is our largest community fundraising event of the year and brings together over 200 guests in celebration and support of our clients and families. Please join us for an inspiring evening of connection, possibility, and impact! This festive cocktail-style event features exciting raffles, thrilling bidding opportunities in both our silent and live auctions, and food & drink with one shared vision - strengthening our community by empowering individuals with developmental disabilities.
Please contact Meredith Wood at mwood@pathway2possible.org or 617-546-3326 with questions or for more information about your impact on our work.
LIMITED OPPORTUNITY DRAWING!
Enter to win 2 tickets to the WORLD CUP ‘26! Don’t miss your chance to experience the thrill of MATCH 5— up close and in person at Gillette Stadium!
DONATE AN AUCTION ITEM OR PACKAGE
The Autumn Auction - and the mission-critical funds that it raises - wouldn't be possible without the incredible support of our community partners. Community is at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on showcasing the very best local businesses and establishments that make our area such great a place to live, work, and play. We'd welcome an opportunity to chat about how to highlight your business in our silent and live auctions! Email Colleen Jamison at cjamison@pathway2possible.org to chat about donating an auction item or package!
Liz Hiser
2025 Carol Beard Visionary Community Leader
We are thrilled to announce Liz Hiser as the recipient of the 2025 Carol Beard Visionary Community Leader Award—an honor that recognizes exceptional individuals whose commitment, advocacy, and leadership uplifts our mission and community.
Liz is a cherished friend of the organization and a familiar face at P2P events like the Autumn Auction and the Community Dog Show. A longtime Newton resident, Liz—alongside her husband, Charlie Hoban—has led with unwavering support for P2P’s individuals and families. (Two of their children have even served as summer interns in our administrative offices and houses, continuing a family tradition of service!)
Like past honorees and Carol Beard herself, Liz embodies the spirit of this award: a deep-rooted connection to our community and a relentless dedication to advancing our mission. Liz’s tireless behind-the-scenes efforts run the gamut from advocacy to errands, and everything in between. We are deeply grateful for how she consistently shows up for our community in both heartfelt and hands-on ways.
Beyond her work with P2P, Liz is currently serving as a Board Member for the Newton Beacon. She has also served as Chair of the Board of the New Art Center; on the boards of Newton Schools Foundation, Wellesley College Alumnae Association, and The Second Church Nursery School; and the advisory boards of The Second Step and Wellesley Centers for Women.
Thank you to our event sponsors!
Visionary
The Hiser-Hoban Family
Champion
Anonymous
Advocate
Anonymous
Madelyn G. Torchin, PhD & Robert P. Torchin, MD
Patron
Patricia Baker
Margie & Buzz Birnbaum
Charlotte Dietz & Adolfo Perez
Janice & Stanley Goldstein
Hal Hiser
Anna Kordan & Steve Buchbinder
Mark Development, LLC
Claudia & Dan Quinn
Neighbor
Shannon Armstrong & Gregor Rohda
Catherine Clement, in memory of Wayne A. Gonnerman
Mary Ann Hill & Patrick Dober
Anne Larner
Beth & Jeffrey Mendel
Brenda Noel & Dean Fairchild
Risa Shames & Neil Silverston
Claire Sokoloff & Rob Gifford
Emilie & Ben Tucker
Friend
Kathleen Carney-Godley & Rick Godley
Marlene & Mort Cohen
Sally & John Dias
Toni Elka
Leadership Brainery
Patty & Brian McCabe
Maureen & Brian Oates
Barbara & Bill Pemberton
John Quatrale
Linda Rinearson
Phyllis & Robert Tobin
Meredith Wood & Mark Arbonies
Auction Host Committee
Jamie & Paul Montgomery-Hyde
Brenda Noel & Dean Fairchild
Sherwood Norton*
Maureen & Brian Oates
Karl O’Hara
Patrick O’Hara
Julie O’Neill & Thomas Evans*
Barbara** & Bill Pemberton
Dan & Claudia* Quinn
Katherine Read & John Houston
Asli* & Duncan Scott
Lori Rutter & Jeff Behrens+
Phyllis Tobin
Madelyn G. Torchin, PhD & Robert P. Torchin, MD
Emilie & Ben Tucker
Amy Werner
Gretchen Wilson*
Shannon Armstrong* & Gregor Rohda
Patricia Baker*
Margie*+ & Buzz Birnbaum
Alicia Bowman
Lily Brooks* & Chris Barber
Sue Chapman
Charlotte Dietz
Mark Dorfman
Claudia Dumond
Jeff Dias*
Nick Foresti*
Janice & Stanley* Goldstein
MaryAnn Hill & Patrick Dober
Charlie Hoban
Anna Kordan & Steve Buchbinder
Dr. Nancy Perkins Machemer & Kurt Machemer*
Melanie Manning
*Board of Directors
**Board Emeritus
+ Past Carol Beard Visionary Community Leader Honoree