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SUMMARY:2026 KVC Gala: Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Update as of Friday\, April 17 at 2:30pm\nThe KVC Gala is still on\, and we’re closely monitoring the weather. Please use caution as you travel to The Abbott this evening. \nWe’ve adjusted the schedule slightly: the Patron Party will now begin at 6:30 PM\, where Jason Hooper\, KVC Health Systems President and CEO\, will recognize our top sponsors. Doors will open to all guests at 7:00 PM as normal.  \nWe look forward to seeing you—stay safe on your way! \n \nJoin KVC Health Systems for an unforgettable evening Around the World where connection\, elegance and impact come together. Chaired by Rob and Jennifer Welker\, Hoefer Welker\, and honorary chairs Brian Dunn and Mike Comer\, JE Dunn\, this premier Kansas City gala will feature exceptional cuisine\, signature cocktails\, live music and immersive experiences inspired by iconic global destinations. \nMore than a celebration\, KVC’s Around the World Gala fuels life-changing mental health care and critical support for children and families in our community. Last year\, KVC impacted 84\,922 children and families by providing hope and healing when it was needed most. \n \n6:30 PM – Patron Party Begins  \nSponsors are invited to enjoy exclusive access to our VIP lounge\, where globally inspired cocktails flow and the evening begins with a taste of destinations around the world. \n7:00 PM – Social Hour  \nCheck in at the registration table once you arrive and prepare for takeoff. Bid on once-in-a-lifetime silent auction experiences\, grab a limited-edition\, highly sought-after Surprise Box and enter the 50/50 raffle for your chance at the pot. \nThen\, enjoy a whiskey tasting from Tom’s Town Distilling Co.\, a cigar from The Shop Cigar Lounge\, get a custom design from Essential Henna and make your way through curated stops\, each inspired by global destinations. \n8:00 PM – Gala Emcee\, Neville Miller of KMBC9\, kicks off our program  \n8:15 PM – Live Auction Begins with George Nigro & The Nigro Brothers  \nWhether you’re dreaming of choosing your escape to Italy\, Portugal or Ireland\, reveling in the electric energy of a World Cup quarterfinal in Kansas City\, or unwinding during a week-long stay in Santa Fe\, these unforgettable experiences could be yours. \nPrefer something closer to home? Step into a Chiefs Broadcast Suite on the 50-yard line\, enjoy a stacked lineup of country concerts at Morton Amphitheater\, or stock your bar with a curated collection of high-end spirits. Every winning bid helps set children and families in crisis on a path toward hope and healing\, so go ahead and bid big! \n8:40 PM – Fund-A-Need \nEvery journey can change direction through a single moment of connection. Your support helps children and families move from crisis to safety\, planting roots of resilience that last. \n9:00 PM – Live Music Begins with Talya Groves \nMove through the night with an incredible live performance by Talya Groves as your backdrop. Sip\, mingle and explore from the patio to the rooftop deck\, taking in new views and fresh energy at every turn. \n9:30 PM – Silent Auction Closes \nWinners of the Silent Auction will be notified via text message. \n11:00 PM – That’s a Wrap! \n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\nSponsoring KVC’s Gala is a powerful way to align your business or family with one of Kansas City’s most respected nonprofits while making a direct impact on children’s lives. Your support helps deliver critical mental health care\, protect children from abuse and neglect\, and strengthen families before crisis occurs. \nJoin us as a Gala Sponsor and help ensure every child’s journey leads somewhere brighter. \n \nClick here for sponsorship details or contact Amanda Smasal\, asmasal@kvc.org\, 913-912-0457. \nYou may also make a donation here. \n\nThis year\, your passport unlocks more than just the night. \nEnjoy first-class access to extraordinary auction items and once-in-a-lifetime experiences\, with a preview of a few highlights below. \nGet details about all the auction items available tonight!
URL:https://www.kvc.org/event/2026-kvc-gala-around-the-world/
LOCATION:The Abbott Kansas City\, 1901 Cherry St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 KVC Gala: Candlelight Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for KVC’s Gala at The Abbott sponsored and chaired by Rob & Jennifer Welker\, Hoefer Welker and Honorary chairs Brian Dunn and Mike Comer\, JE Dunn.\nPresented by: \n \nOn Friday\, April 18th\, slip into a world of intrigue and elegance at The Candlelight Club—a swanky\, one-night-only speakeasy hidden inside KVC’s Gala at The Abbott. Whisper the right password and step into a night of handcrafted cocktails\, decadent bites\, sultry jazz\, and thrilling surprises—all bathed in the golden glow of a bygone era. Enjoy an unforgettable evening with musical guest Chloe McFadden and event emcees Neville Miller and Lara Moritz of KMBC9\, all in support of KVC’s mission to strengthen families and improve mental wellness. Bid on incredible prizes in our live and silent auctions. Don’t miss your chance to bid on priceless bucket list trips to Portugal and Scotland! \nBecome a sponsor today and help turn the evening’s candlelight into hope and healing for children and families in crisis. Last year\, KVC made a positive difference in the lives of over 78\,963 children and families by providing in-home family support\, behavioral healthcare\, foster care\, adoption\, substance use treatment and children’s mental health services. \n \nClick here for sponsorship details or contact Amanda Smasal\, asmasal@kvc.org\, 913-912-0457. \nYou may also make a donation here. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.kvc.org/event/gala2025/
LOCATION:The Abbott Kansas City\, 1901 Cherry St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
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SUMMARY:KVC's Cinco de Mayo Gala at The Abbott
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 5th for KVC’s Gala at The Abbott with Gala Co-Chairs\, Kathy Woodward and Margaux Blackwell and Presenting Sponsor \n\nThe Gala is one of Kansas City’s most fun upscale fundraisers! You’ll enjoy mouthwatering food\, overflowing cocktails\, captivating live music by Lost Wax\, and exciting surprises- all with a Cinco de Mayo twist! \nBECOME A SPONSOR NOW!\nAll proceeds will benefit children and families in crisis served by KVC Health Systems. For more than 50 years\, KVC has made a positive difference in the lives of over 304\,000 children and families by providing in-home family support\, behavioral healthcare\, foster care\, adoption\, substance use treatment and children’s mental health services. \nClick here for details on sponsorship levels or contact Danielle Jones Rease at drease@kvc.org or 913-322-4900. \nSpecial Thanks to Gala Co-Chairs\,\nKathy Woodward and Margaux Blackwell and our incredible sponsors!
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LOCATION:The Abbott Kansas City\, 1901 Cherry St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
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SUMMARY:2022 KVC Gala at the Abbott
DESCRIPTION:Join KVC Gala Chairs Maria & Sean Hurley for our annual Gala! \nJoin us on March 4th for Friday Night LIVE from The Abbott\, Kansas City- with your hosts Christa Dubill and Kevin Holmes…along with musical guest Lost Wax! Featuring the always hilarious Kansas City Improv Group! And joining in on the fun will be overflowing cocktails\, mouth-watering food\, and many MANY more surprises. Don’t miss it! \nAll funds raised will enhance the lives of children in crisis\, through KVC’s diverse social\, behavioral\, and mental health services. \nCLICK HERE TO BECOME A SPONSOR!\nFind details about sponsorship levels here and contact Celia Fritz at cfritz@kvc.org or 913-322-4942 with any questions. \n\nAt the time of the event\, all attendees must be fully vaccinated. Boosters are encouraged\, if attendees are eligible. Attendees must follow any public health mandates in effect for Kansas City\, MO. \n\nOur KVC Gala Chairs\nMaria & Sean Hurley\nPresenting Sponsor\n \n\nKVC Health Systems is a nonprofit organization that strengthens families\, prevents child abuse and neglect and helps children and adults achieve mental health wellness. We provide in-home family support\, behavioral healthcare\, foster care\, adoption\, substance use treatment and children’s psychiatric hospitals. Your support will help move us closer to our vision of a world where every person is safe and connected to a strong family and a healthy community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nKVC’s primary concern is for the health and wellbeing of all participants and staff. We will modify the event logistics if needed due to COVID-19. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee photos from the 2019 Gala at the Abbott on Facebook
URL:https://www.kvc.org/event/2021-22-kvc-gala-at-the-abbott/
LOCATION:The Abbott Kansas City\, 1901 Cherry St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
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