MKHC

Event Details

Date & Time:

Saturday, May 16, 2026

6:00 pm

Location:

Hilton Rockville Hotel

1750 Rockville Pike,

Rockville, MD 20852

Cost:

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Upcoming event

Archived event

Woven Together Reach-MKHC Gala 2026

Join us for an evening of community, impact, and philanthropy at the 2026 Reach–MKHC Gala, a joint fundraising event supporting both Reach and our subsidiary, the Mansfield Kaseman Health Clinic — two mission-driven organizations working together to empower Montgomery County families by providing vital healthcare, eldercare, housing, financial emergency assistance, English education for immigrants, and other services. Our event's theme, Woven Together, honors the deep connections that strengthen and sustain both organizations and our local community.

What to Expect

Warm & Welcoming Cocktail Reception
Three-Course Seated Dinner
Live and Silent Auctions with unique items and one-of-a-kind experiences
Music & Entertainment throughout the evening
Meaningful Connections with local business owners, elected officials, community leaders, and neighbors dedicated to making a difference

We are thrilled to welcome Kelsey Nicole Nelson — award-winning sports journalist, speaker, entrepreneur, and proud Montgomery County native — as our new emcee! With her dynamic presence and gift for storytelling, Kelsey will help lead an inspiring and unforgettable evening.

Watch our video to hear her message—and then secure your spot at the gala by buying your ticket today!

Event Photos

Event Team

Event Chair

Paul Newman

^{Former Board Chair, Rockville Economic Development, Inc.}

Emcee

Kelsey Nicole Nelson

_{Award-winning sports journalist, speaker, entrepreneur, and proud Montgomery County native}

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Our Sponsors

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Cashmere Sponsors

DANAC

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Silk Sponsors

Capital Bank

Donna Perry, MD

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Velvet Sponsors

Doug Brough & Carol Bossert

Janet Crampton

Mansfield & Dianne Kaseman

KryptiaNN

Paul Love & Kathy Sklar

Frank Molony & Carroll Saussy

Bill & Barb Scharf

Koo & Patricia Yuen

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Satin Sponsors

Drs. Judy & Michael Ackerman

Adventist HealthCare

Mayor Monique & George Ashton

Faith United Methodist Church

495 Movers

HUB International Mid-Atlantic, Inc

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church

ON SITE Audio Visual

Potomac Valley Builders

Gail Sherman

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Taffeta Sponsors

Sarah Basehart

Charlie & Trisha Deierlein

Family & Nursing Care

Elise Feingold

Rev. Denise Giacomozzi & Jan May

Glenmede

Debra & Robert Jacobs

Suzanne & John Junod

Sharon Kemmerer & Betsy Halsey

Chuck & Carol Lee

Paul & Jackie Lobien

The Meakem Group

Rockville Presbyterian Church

Rockville United Church

Suzanne Rotbert & Jim Dawson

Jim Skinner & Jed Johnson

Stein Sperling

Temple Beth Ami

Timothy Stranges & Rosanna Coffey

Weschler's Auctioneers and Appraisers LLC

Tom & Bobbie Wolf

Steven & Susan VanGrack

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Chiffon Sponsors

Alert Response LLC

Baha'is of Rockville

Harry Basehart

Ryan Bertoli & Grace Bachman

Rae Pearl & Julian Canizares

Clarksburg Plumbing

Gary & Claire Funkhouser

Bill Gustavson & Jody Eccleston

Connie Heller

Emma James

Florence Jewell

Lou & Pat Kallas

Barry & Aileen Klein

Rev. Jennifer & Karl Knutsen

Dr. Angeline Lazarus

Dr. Thomas & Linda Miller

Todd Pearson

Perissmos Healthcare Services

REDI

Rockville Christian Church

Rudolf Carson Photography

Lawrence Sidman & Jana Singer

Kate Stradar

Claudia Taubman & Walter Borek

John Tyner & Phoebe Black

Kathleen Wiegand

Stephanie & Robert Wright

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