About Maria
Naples-based founder of Maria Oddy Gala Collective, Maria is beginning a new chapter inspired by years of supporting philanthropy from Naples to Palm Beach. She’s channeling that experience into curating elegant, purpose-driven galasin the city she calls home intimate evenings where every detail is thoughtful and every moment serves a mission.
Maria partners only with programs and foundations that truly resonate with her, structuring each event to be fully underwritten so that funds raised can flow directly to the beneficiary, with goals beginning at $500,000 and beyond. While the Collective is new, Maria’s approach is clear: calm leadership, meticulous planning, gracious hospitality, and measurable outcomes where elegance meets enduring impact.