Saturday, November 7, 2026
The Witte Museum
Gallery opens at 6:00 pm.
Program and Dinner at 7:00 pm.
Cocktail/Evening Attire
We are currently accepting donations for our upcoming auction event. If you have an item, service, or experience that you would like to contribute, please fill out the donation form or contact our event organizer directly. Your support is greatly appreciated and will help us raise funds for our cause. Thank you for considering donating to our auction.
Once Upon A Time
...begins with someone who cares
Every story tells us the same thing: it takes one person to spark hope, inspire courage, and remind a child of their strength, worth, and resilience.
This year, you can join the story, helping a child in foster care turn the page to a brighter future.
Every story needs a Fairy Godmother. Join the children’s stories and get your ticket today!
Mystical Blooms Gala featuring the Gallery of Hope
Where Stories Blossom & Hope Takes Root
Join us at this year’s Mystical Blooms Gala featuring CASA’s 2026 Gallery of Hope, chaired by Dr. Kasi Howard, founder of San Antonio’s Innova Recovery Center and presented by
Pardo Homan Trial Lawyers.
For children in foster care, life is not a fairy tale, and the journey can feel like wandering through dark and tangled woods. By their side stands a CASA Advocate, helping light their way, navigate obstacles, and open doors to new possibilities.
Step into the enchantment of the Mystical Blooms Gala and help write the next chapter. Your support makes it possible for more children to have an Advocate and a bright path forward, ensuring they can see beyond the woods to a future filled with promise.
The mission of Child Advocates San Antonio is to recruit, develop, and lead highly impactful court-appointment volunteer Advocates who provide constancy and support for children and youth who have experienced abuse and neglect. We achieve our mission through advocacy for services, supportive connections, and permanency, while emphasizing family and reunification when possible.
Your generosity is needed and deeply appreciated.
Thank You to Our
2026 GALA CHAIR
Dr. Kasi Howard
Founder, Owner - Innova Recovery Center
GALLERY OF HOPE COMMITTEE
Don and Claudia Bankler
John Carlson
Suzanne DeLeon
Sandra Gonzalez
Robin Howard
Lya Icaza
Tracie Kuenzi
Carol Lockett-Scholl
Jenny Maples
Jess Mewborn
Jennifer McKee
Eric Mitchell and Felix Morales
Ben and Melissa Pressentin
Dr. David Siegel
Stephanie and Jeffrey Shokrian
Melissa Wallace
Sponsors
Thank You to Our Wonderful Sponsors
Title Sponsor
Hero of Hope
Patron of Hope
Guardians for Good
Sponsor of Constancy
Underwriting Sponsors