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title: Sparks Fly as KVC’s 2025 Gala Raises Over $400,000 for Mental Health Services & More
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# [Sparks Fly as KVC’s 2025 Gala Raises Over $400,000 for Mental Health Services & More](https://hoeferwelker.com/press/sparks-fly-as-kvcs-2025-gala-raises-over-400000-for-mental-health-services-more)

 Written by [Elaina Jones](https://hoeferwelker.com/press/author/elaina-jones) | April 28, 2025

The KVC 2025 Gala, themed "Candlelight Club," raised over $400,000 to support mental health and family-strengthening services. Held at The Abbott, the event featured live auctions, inspiring speeches, and soulful music by Chloe McFadden. Gala Chairs [Rob & Jennifer Welker](https://hoeferwelker.com/people/rob-welker) and honorary chairs Brian Dunn and Mike Comer, along with sponsors like Brown & Brown, played key roles in its success. Highlights included exclusive auction items, a powerful video on community impact, and the most successful "Fund-a-Need" initiative in KVC's history. The evening celebrated generosity, with proceeds directly benefiting children and families in crisis.

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