Gala 2026 | A Million Dreams

Saturday, November 14, 2026 |
CHI Health Arena

The Gala is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together for an evening filled with dinner, a live auction and music entertainment by Envy. Plus, you'll get to meet our special guest of honor, Beaudin, an inspiring 8-year-old who bravely faced a rare form of drug-resistant epilepsy. We can't wait to share this memorable night with you!

Children’s Gala Schedule

6 p.m. | Event Begins
Arrive and enjoy an evening celebrating Children’s Nebraska and its commitment to improving the life of every child.

7:20 p.m. | Dinner
Enjoy dinner as we gather together to celebrate the children and families whose lives are impacted by Children’s Nebraska.

8 p.m. | Program & Auction
Hear inspiring stories and learn more about the impact of your support, followed by an exciting live auction.

9 p.m. | Envy Concert Begins
Enjoy a live performance by Envy as the celebration continues into the evening.

11 p.m. | Event Concludes
Thank you for joining us for an unforgettable evening supporting Children’s Nebraska.

Why You're Giving

Beaudin’s Story: Innovation for Drug-Resistant Epilepsy

When a child’s epilepsy is resistant to medication, families may feel unsure of where to turn next. For Beaudin’s family, the answer was found through the innovative Drug Resistant Epilepsy Clinic at Children’s Nebraska, where epilepsy specialists worked to find the right treatment.

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Neurosciences

The Neurosciences Center at Children's Nebraska provides advanced, personalized neurological and neurosurgical care in state-of-the-art facilities, serving patients and families across the region.

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A special thank you to our chair members.

Event Chairs: Emily Barr, Stevie Gerken, Ashley Rich, Rachel Richards
Honorary Chairs: Mike & Elizabeth Cassling