A Night Where Healing Meets Hope
Every year, the Dinner & Dreams Gala brings communities together under one powerful purpose: to celebrate resilience, amplify survivor voices, and inspire change through shared stories of triumph.
Shared Space of Celebration and Strength
This is more than a fundraiser—it’s an evening of encounter. Attendees gather where survivor narratives are honored and their journeys become shared testimonies of courage and healing. What began as an intimate gathering has since blossomed into a standout event that draws growing community support. Each year, more people show up—not just to listen, but to stand in solidarity.
At the heart of the gala lie survivor accounts—often raw, always uplifting. These personal stories move beyond victimhood; they embody renewal, strength, and reclaimed joy. By centering these voices, the event ensures that survival itself becomes a beacon of inspiration. With heartfelt speeches, meaningful exchanges, and moments of quiet reflection, the gala becomes a space to both mourn the past and celebrate future possibilities. It transforms a simple evening into an act of collective healing.
Carrying the Vision Forward
Dinner & Dreams is threaded with purpose. It culminates in an invitation—a call to help build a world where violence and exploitation have no foothold. The event gently reminds everyone that the fight continues, and that each of us has a role to play.
Sponsors and partners from past events:
Alaska Airlines
Soroptimist International of Camas/Washougal
Northwest Culinary Institute
International Air and Hospitality Academy
Sheraton Anaheim Hotel
Portland Trailblazers
Events, Etc. Northwest
Widmer Bothers Brewing
Elle Photography
Disneyland
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