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Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Resilience Rising Gala, where we come together to celebrate resilience, community, and healing. This evening promises to inspire and uplift as we honor the strength and courage of survivors.

Keynote Speaker: James Adams

We are honored to have James Adams, a treasury banker and survivor of clergy abuse, as our keynote speaker. James has been a powerful advocate for survivors, playing a key role in the Archdiocese of New Orleans' bankruptcy proceedings and testifying in support of legislative changes benefiting survivors of child sexual abuse. His message of resilience, hope, and justice will be a focal point of the evening.

VIP Event: Exclusive Access and Premium Service

VIP ticket holders and table purchasers are invited to an exclusive VIP reception from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM, where you will have the opportunity to meet and mingle with podcast guests and other featured individuals. This pre-event will be enhanced by butler service and an open bar, providing an elevated experience to begin your evening in a relaxed, intimate setting. The VIP event will offer you personal connections and premium service to set the stage for the main gala.

Music to Heal the Heart

Southwinz Band will close the evening with their blend of classic rock, blues, and country. Additionally, TimEBurns Music will perform his Americana/Red Dirt/Roots/Folk-style music, offering heartfelt performances inspired by his diverse musical influences. Ben Myers, a Christian artist from Big Cane, Louisiana, and Marley Judice, a local favorite, will provide musical moments that uplift and inspire.

Online Auction: A Big Night for Fundraising

Don’t miss our online auction, opening October 1, with winners announced during the gala. The auction is a key part of our fundraising efforts to support survivors of sexual abuse and promote healing. Explore exciting items and place your bids early to support this vital cause!

Meet Our Emcee: Jim Hummel

We are thrilled to have Jim Hummel, an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist, as the evening’s emcee. Jim’s dedication to community and excellence in journalism makes him the perfect guide for this evening of transformation.

Join us for an evening filled with inspiring speeches, heartfelt performances, and a shared commitment to supporting survivors. The Resilience Rising Gala will be a night of fellowship, awareness, and hope.

Stay tuned for more details as we finalize the evening’s events!

***Note on previously scheduled Keynote Speaker: Moira Greyland Nelson - As a trauma survivor, Moira Greyland Nelson is currently experiencing circumstances that require her to focus on her own healing journey. We respect her need for privacy and wish her well as she takes this time for herself. We look forward to welcoming her to future events in 2025.

RESILIENCE RISING GALA 2024

Celebrate stories of strength that inspire hope, healing, and change.

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