On behalf of the entire Serenity House Africa team, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who joined us for our inaugural Gala in the Garden. Thanks to your incredible generosity, this milestone evening generated $39,720 in net proceeds to transform the lives of vulnerable children in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
As an entirely volunteer-led organization, this evening would not have been possible without our community. Every ticket, sponsorship, auction bid, and paddle raise ensures that the maximum amount of every dollar goes directly toward changing lives.
The funds raised will critically advance the construction of our future school in Uganda, while sustaining our ongoing work to provide:
- Safe, permanent housing
- Private education and essential school supplies
- Nutritious daily meals
- After-school protection and programming
A Message from Grace
Our founder and Executive Director, Grace, shared this special message for everyone who attended and supported the event:
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your presence, generosity, and belief in our mission made this evening more meaningful than words can express. Because of your support, children who once faced impossible barriers will have the opportunity to attend school, receive nutritious meals, live in safer environments, and experience the hope every child deserves.
On behalf of every child whose life will be changed because of your kindness, thank you for believing in our mission and helping us build futures filled with hope, opportunity, and lasting change. Your compassion sends a powerful message to every child we serve: You matter. You are loved. You are not forgotten, and your future is worth fighting for.”
Relive the Evening
Want to experience the magic of the evening all over again? A special thank you to Daniel Curd Photography for beautifully capturing the event. You can view all the wonderful moments, community connections, and celebrations here.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
This unforgettable evening would not have been possible without the gracious hospitality of Tim & Esra Gentry, who hosted the event, and the vital support of our generous sponsors. Thank you for partnering with us to create a brighter future:
- Holmes Murphy
- Capstone Investment Financial Group
- BOK Financial
- Mauzie’s Fine Jewelry
- Body Talk Pilates
- Rotary Club of Aurora
- Tom & Cyndy Cycyota
- Lindsey Simek & Stephen Puente
- Angie Turbyfill
- Tim & Esra Gentry
Thank you again for believing in our mission and for helping create safe havens, brighter futures, and lasting hope for Africa’s most vulnerable children.
