Special Love’s Annual Gala
The 2025 Annual Gala will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Hilton Mclean in Tysons Corner, Va. Mark your calendars and get ready for a Casino Night to support Special Love’s mission of continuously creating moments where kids with cancer can just be kids and where the whole family is supported throughout their cancer journey. Interested in sponsorship? Reach out to Kelly Weist at kweist@specialove.org
Special Love's Annual Gala
Evening Emcee
Chuck Bell
NBC4 Meteorologist & Special Love Board Member
2025 Gala Committee
Pat Bessette Co-Chair
Melissa Steele Co-Chair
Nicole Blocker
Jan Bresch
Billy Cannon
Julie Funkhouser
Jerry Ross
Lisa Schmidt
2025 Gala Honoree
The Circle of Love Awardee – The Yuen Foundation
Sponsorship Opportunities
As a Gala sponsor, your partnership helps us continue providing hope, healing, and support. It also places your brand in front of a passionate, engaged audience who values community and compassion. Find out more about our sponsorship opportunities below!