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Founders Gala IX

Thank you for supporting Founders Gala IX and local cancer patients.

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About Our Event

About Our Event

You're Invited to the Founders Gala VIII

Join us for an evening of purpose and impact. The Founders Gala is critical to our mission to support cancer patients facing financial hardship.

Enjoy dinner, hear stories of hope, and bid in our silent and live auctions — all while helping us fund grants for our neighbors in need.

Event Details

  • Date: September 11th, 2026

  • Location: 1855 Greyhound Park Rd, Dubuque, IA

  • Doors Open: 5:30 PM

  • Program Begins: 6:30 PM

  • Dinner: 7:15 PM

  • Live Auction: 8:00 PM

Last year, we awarded 330 grants. With your help, we’ll do even more. Together, we disrupt cancer.

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Event Special Guest

Special Guest Emcee Ron Steele

We are honored to have Ron Steele, the esteemed former KWWL-TV anchor with over 50 years of broadcast journalism experience, serving as our Master of Ceremonies. Renowned for his unwavering commitment to truth, integrity, and public service, Ron brings a wealth of knowledge and a warm presence to our event.


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Event Attire Details

Event Attire Details

Attire for the Founders Gala is Cocktail Attire.

Dress your best on September 11th! 

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Need help bidding?

How to Bid

Bidding on our silent auction is crazy simple! Watch the video below for instructions on how to get started bidding. 

Online bidding will begin September 10th at 7pm and is available for all participants!