✨ A Night to Remember: The 69th Hungarian Scout Benefit Ball ✨

The 69th Annual Hungarian Scout Benefit Ball was an extraordinary success, bringing together nearly 300 guests for an unforgettable evening celebrating 75 years of Hungarian scouting in Cleveland.

From the moment guests arrived, the energy in the room was electric. The dance floor stayed full all night thanks to lively music by Hepcat Revival, while laughter, conversation, and shared pride in our heritage filled the venue. This year’s Ball proved once again why it remains one of the most cherished traditions in our community.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of nine debutantes and their escorts, a longstanding Cleveland Hungarian scouting tradition. Their grace and poise honored generations before them while carrying this meaningful custom forward.

The evening also provided an opportunity to recognize and honor the current and former troop leaders of the Cleveland Hungarian scout troops, whose dedication, leadership, and countless volunteer hours have shaped generations of scouts and ensured the continued strength of our program. Their impact was felt throughout the night and remains at the heart of everything we do. We were honored to be joined by Hungarian Scout Association in Exteris leaders Thomas Marshall, Vice-President of Human Resources, Alpár Oriold, Region III. Commissioner (USA & Venezuela), and Krisztina Nadas, Cleveland District Commissioner. Our guest of honor and recipient of the White Stag Lifetime Achievement Award was Anna Maria Gyorky.

“We are grateful to everyone who supported this event with their presence and donations,” said Dr. Steven Turoczi, President of the American Hungarian Friends of Scouting, the scout troops’ supporting organization. “The Ball Committee, led by Marika Megyimori, did an incredible job of hosting our guests in a unique and elegant venue.”

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, the event raised more than $7,000 through the raffle, silent auction, and wine grab. These funds directly support Hungarian scouting programs, helping us continue 75 years of cultural education, leadership development, and community building in Cleveland. The first Hungarian scout troop in North America was founded in Cleveland in 1951.

The evening’s memories were captured by Roland Spring Photography and Bocskai Rádió.