Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the 2025 Hearts & Hands Gala where we celebrated 10 Years of Transformation! See post-event press release. You can also view the event program here.

Photo Highlights
Photo credits: Connections Education Center

Debra Johnson presents Dr. Sonia Kay with the Legacy of Love Award

Shane & Zahra McCain, Aaron & Kelisha Wolke, Sarah & Ryan McCain

Anthony & Sheryl Greene, Kathy & Marc Edenzon, Sonia & James Kay

Zulema, Zach and Greg Mortman

Howard & Jody Passov accepted the Connecting Hearts Award presented by Debra Johnson and Jason Portman

Michael Williams of WPTV volunteers as emcee

Dave & Vicky Belanger, Frances & Irwin Edenzon, Natalie & Richard Cuccioli

James & Erin Ippolito, Barbara & Keith Bryer

Lynne Ward, Kara Cugno, Barbara Rich, Dana Michey, Phil Eckstein

Debra Johnson presents the Partners for the Future Award to Christine Raymond and Greg Schiff of Extraordinary Charities. Jason Portman and Pam Ludwick join the presentation.

2025 Hearts & Hands Gala Co-Chairs Carol Kauffman and Laura Pope

Debra Johnson presents the Transformational Impact Award to BallenIsles Charities Foundation represented by Jody Hassov and Mark Freeman. Pam Ludwick joins the presentation.