NORTH VERNON, Ind. –The 28th Annual Our Hospice Jennings County Gala, held Saturday, February 7, at The Barn at Willow Lake in North Vernon, raised over $65,000 to support care for patients and loved ones served by Our Hospice throughout Jennings County.
The annual event brought together over 250 community members for an evening of celebration and fundraising in support of care close to home.
A highlight of the evening was the crowning of the 2026 Jennings County Gala Queen and King. Lillian Curry was named Gala Queen after raising $14,500, while Jake Birge was crowned Gala King, raising $3,700 in support of Our Hospice. Emma Clapp was Queen Runner-Up. Other members of the 2026 Gala Royal Court included Katherine Brunner and Hailey Whitehead. Together, the Royal Court raised over $33,000.
Proceeds from the Jennings County Gala help offset the cost of care in the community, where over $83,000 in charity care was provided last year, including support for ongoing pediatric needs in Jennings County. Through this work, Our Hospice continues its mission of "Making Every Moment Count" for patients and loved ones across the community.
“For more than 40 years, Our Hospice has walked alongside patients and loved ones in Jennings County,” said Steph Cain, President of Our Hospice. “We are grateful to the donors, sponsors, and community members whose support through the Jennings County Gala helps sustain care close to home.”
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