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Pearls for Thirty Years
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Silent Auction is Now Open! (62)
#2
Destination: Grand — An Exclusive VIP Tour of the Future of Health
Live Auction
#3
Lobster Dinner at Mike's
Live Auction
#4
The Pursuit of Pappy: 10-Year & 12-Year
Live Auction
#5
An Emerald Isle Escape for 8
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#6
A Brilliant Statement
Live Auction
#7
A Week in Umbria
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#8
Broadway Awaits
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#9
Chef's Table at Home
Live Auction
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Escape to the Aegean
Live Auction
An Evening of Meaningful Impact
On October 8, 2026, The Helm invites you to an unforgettable evening in support of the older adults in our community. This signature gala will bring us together for a celebration of purpose, connection, and meaningful impact.
Gala guests will enjoy a lively cocktail reception, elegant dining experience, inspiring program moments, and exciting auction opportunities. More than a celebration, the evening is a direct investment in the wellbeing of older adults who built our community and now deserve our continued support.
Your presence helps ensure that no one feels isolated, hungry, or without access to vital resources. Join us for a night of generosity and impact, and be part of strengthening the network of care that allows our older neighbors to thrive.
Gala Sponsors
Presenting Sponsors
Ann and Jim Nicholson
Mary Beth and Jim Nicholson
Diamond Sponsors
Tracy and Doug Blatt
Laurie and John Blatt
Cheryl Blatt Bradshaw
Anne and Dr. John Roberts
Platinum Sponsors
Ahee Jewelers
John A. and Marlene L. Boll Foundation
Jana and Steve Brownell
Peter J. & Constance M. Cracchiolo Foundation
Gold Sponsors
William and Darrene Baer Family
Mary and David DeBrunner
Henry Ford Health
Carol and Blaise Klenow
Ruby McCoy Foundation
Sheri and Tymon Totte, D.D.S.
Mary Wilson
Silver Sponsors
LaLonde Jewelers & Gemologists
Susan and Richard Lueders
Marcia and Ed Russell
Molly and Mark Valade
Dr. Cheryl Wesen and Dr. Richard Baumgarten
Bid Paddle Sponsor
Nancy and Michael Timmis
Table Centerpiece Sponsor
Peggy and Peter Kross
Bronze Sponsors
Jenny and Bill Chope
Prudence Cole-Klimisch and Richard Klimisch
Corewell Health
George R. and Elise M. Fink Foundation
Debbie and Steve Grob
Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc.
Jean Hudson
K&K Concierge Care
Arlene and John Lewis
In Honor of Fred Maloof
Drs. Branka and Daniel Megler
Theresa and Anthony Selvaggio
Soave Foundation
Siggi and Randall Tallerico
The Holley Institute
Lisa Vallee-Smith
Kathy and Bill Whelan
Wolverine Packing Company
Kathleen and David Zmyslowski
Benefactor Sponsors
Lisa and Bob Amori
Anonymous
Jean L. Azar
Dr. David S. Balle and Gerry Piro
Suzanne Basile
Beline Obeid Realty
Chrissie and Bruce Bradley
Mary Ann and Bob Bury
Cathy Champion and Kevin Killebrew
Tish and Gary Colett
Sally and Walt Cytacki
Andrea and Dr. Bart Dickson
Heather Annatoyn Dickson, M.D. and Stanley Buhl Dickson, Jr.
Ford House
Lisa and Jon Gandelot
Denise and David Grunewald
Susan and George Haggarty
Cynthia and David Hempstead
Higbie Maxon Agney Realtors
Kercheval Financial Group
Michele and Tom Klippstein
Gretchen Knoell and Mark Higbie
Nancy Kornmeier
Marianne and Mark Langlois
Laskaris Jamett Advisors of Janney Montgomery Scott
Cynthia and Jeffrey Littmann
Michelle and Joe Louisell
Mary and Robert Lubera
Mary Anne and Joe Lucido
Kathy and Gary Marowske
Gioconda and Thayer McMillan
Cindy and Ken Mokray
Jennifer and Joe Parke
Jeffrey Huebner, Pointe Capital Management LLC
Dr. Jodie Rappe and Dr. Brian Dimmer
Priscilla and Ronald Schaupeter
Rebecca and John Scholtes
Bob and Kathy Seibert
Mary and Tom Shafer
In Honor of Pam Stanton
Diane and Dr. Ronald Strickler
The War Memorial
Jaime Rae and Doug Turnbull
Patrica and Jeffery Vaughn
Janet and Dick Widgren
Patricia Wyrod
Updated October 2, 2026