
Friday, October 23, 2026 | Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area
Join us this October for our largest fundraising event of the year! Our 53rd Annual Gala will be an evening of hope and transformation as we celebrate the power of God’s redeeming grace. Featuring keynote speaker Kelly Lester, moving client stories, and dinner.
More details and registration coming in September!
Keynote Speaker – Kelly Lester
Kelly’s remarkable journey is a living testament to the power of God’s redeeming grace. Through her story of brokenness, healing, and redemption, she reminds us that when hope changes the story, lives are changed forever.
Underwrite our Gala
Our gala is a night to honor the journeys of our clients, the dedication of our staff and volunteers, and the generosity of our supporters. We want to invite you to become an integral part of this journey by joining us as an underwriting partner and ensuring that all the funds given or pledged the night of the event go directly to supporting our clients. Contact Grace@NLFS.org with questions.
Underwriting Levels
PLATINUM – $7,500+
Premium seating for up to 20 guests (2 Tables), Deluxe Gift Bag,
2 seats at VIP Speaker Luncheon on Friday, October 23 in Bloomington
GOLD – $5,000
Premium seating for up to 20 guests (2 Tables), Gift Bag
SILVER – $2,500
Preferred seating for up to 10 people (1 Table), Gift Bag
BRONZE – $1,000
Preferred seating for up to 10 people (1 Table)




