People of Hope Gala

An evening to celebrate the work of Catholic Charities and to lift up our volunteers throughout Western Kentucky.

Sunday, July 26, 2026 | Owensboro Convention Center

Evening Schedule

5 PM | The Red-Carpet Experience: Doors open for a cocktail hour. Begin your evening with a private tour of the CCUSA People of Hope Museum, an immersive, national exhibition making its exclusive stop in Owensboro.

6 PM | Dinner & Inspiration: A plated dinner and a program designed to move the heart. Master of Ceremonies will be Chad Benefield.

7:30 PM | Celebration & Dancing: After the program, we celebrate our community’s progress with live music from our D.J.Prof G and a night on the dance floor. Show off your best thrifted looks! We’ll cast our votes by applause; winner gets a thrifted trophy. 

 

  • Voices of Impact: Hear from a Catholic Charity Recipients on how hope transformed their recovery.
  • The “Providing Help, Creating Hope” Award: A special moment where we honor a local hero who embodies the mission of Catholic Charities. Recognition of the 9 nominees and the announcement of the winner. We will celebrate the volunteers and builders who have laid the foundation of hope in our region.