Founders Gala VIII
The Founders Gala funds our mission to support cancer patients.
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
Location: 1855 Greyhound Park Rd, Dubuque, IA
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Program Begins: 6:30 PM
Dinner: 7:00 PM
Live Auction: 7:30 PM
Last year, we awarded 264 grants. With your help, we’ll do even more. Together, we disrupt cancer.
Presenting Sponsor
Darkbird Taphouse
We’re so proud to have Darkbird Taphouse as our Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 Founders Gala. Their support means the world — not just for this event, but throughout the year. From hosting special nights for our cause to partnering with us on our third annual Oktoberfest coming up on September 20, 2025, they continue to show up in big ways for the Avery Foundation and the patients we serve. We’re incredibly grateful for their heart and commitment to our mission.
Platinum Sponsors
Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!
We’re so thankful for our Platinum Sponsors and the role they play in making the Founders Gala possible. Your support helps us show up for cancer patients when they need it most — and we couldn’t do this work without you. We’re grateful to have you in our corner.
Accepting Sponsors
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?
There’s still time to make a difference.
We’re still accepting sponsors for the 2025 Founders Gala! If you or your business would like to support cancer patients in our community, we’d love to have you join us.
Visit our ticketing page for details on each sponsorship tier, reviewing our sponsorship packet here, or reach out to Ron at ron.avery@averyfndtn.org or Pete at Pete.Hamel@averyfndtn.org to learn more.
Let’s do something incredible — together.
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.
Event Attire Details
Event Attire Details
Attire for the Founders Gala is Cocktail Attire.
Dress your best on September 5th!
Need help bidding?
Feature a How to Bid Video
Bidding on our silent auction is crazy simple! Watch the video below for instructions on how to get started bidding.
Online bidding is NOW open and is available for all participants!
Donate an Auction Item
Donate an Auction Item
Have the perfect item for our silent auction? Submit the details here and our team will reach out to coordinate further details.
All donations are 100% tax-deductible.