At the age of 34, my husband Kelsey lost his fight with cancer.
Kelsey was diagnosed with Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer in February 2019. We were less than two years into our marriage, and little did we know, we had less than one year left together. Kelsey was full of life, highly-active, the picture of health…and yet, cancer did not discriminate.
In 2020, the American Cancer Society estimated that over 104,610 Americans would be diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and an estimated 53,200 would not survive. In the United States, colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men and in women, and the second most common cause of cancer deaths when men and women are combined.
Kelsey’s heart and spirit was always serving others, and his servant legacy continues to live on through the Hope for One Foundation. This was my promise to Kelsey – that I would continue to share his story with the world, because to him, if it could save even one life, every hardship he endured would be worth it.
The 2023 annual Hope for One Gala will take place on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Blackhorse Mercantile and Cafe in Breckenridge, Texas. The event will include a cocktail hour, silent auction, seated dinner, and entertainment by News Boyz sponsored by Sechrest Construction. The dress code for the event will be cocktail attire with a Roaring Twenties Theme. Men are encouraged to wear sports coats, while ladies are encouraged to wear cocktail dresses. Thematic dress is recommended.
Attendance will be limited to corporate sponsors and table sponsors only. No individual tickets will be sold. The event will be limited to 13 full tables with 8 seats at each table and 14 half tables with 4 seats. Please be aware that many tables will be upstairs which is not handicap accessible. Although we will do our best to accommodate the needs of our guests, we cannot guarantee half tables downstairs at this time. All of the same amenities will be provided upstairs.
Our goal attendance is 170 guests. Table sponsors will receive recognition in our event appreciation list, as well as a seated dinner and open bar.
We are currently accepting silent auction donations. If you are interested in contributing to the event, please contact Brooklynde at (254) 559-0281.
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