Together We Care Black & White Gala 2025
An Unforgettable Evening Celebrating Art & Community
The Black & White, Together We Care Gala was an incredible night of unity, generosity, and celebration. We are filled with gratitude for everyone who attended, contributed, and made this event a resounding success. Your support has not only helped us raise funds but has also strengthened our community bonds.
Gratitude to Our Attendees and Sponsors
First and foremost, we extend our heartfelt thanks to each attendee who graced us with their presence. The event was a sold-out success, a testament to the community's commitment to our cause. Your energy and enthusiasm filled the room with warmth and hope, making the evening unforgettable.
A special thank you to our presenting sponsor,
CareSource. Your unwavering support and generosity as the presenting sponsor were pivotal in bringing this event to life. With your dedication, we were able to create a magical evening that raised awareness and support for our mission. We look forward to continuing our partnership to make lasting positive impacts in our community.
We are grateful to our community pARTners:
Tudor Financial
Heidelberg Distributing Co.
Food and Beverage Sponsor: Houser Asphalt & Houser Asphalt and Concrete
Framing Sponsors: House of 10,000 Frames, Custom Frame Services, Dayton Art Solutions
Media Sponsors: ThinkTV Network, Dayton Daily News, iHeartRadio, LAMAR, Living Dayton, Good Day Dayton, Kelley King WDTN
Dessert Donations: Bender’s Pub Grub and Nothing Bundt Cakes Dayton
Programs Donated By: Minuteman Press Kettering
Thank you to our table sponsors for your generous support:
City of Kettering, Ohio - Government
Donna Berkeley
Drew & Pat Brazie
Matt Scarr
Mike Houser
Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP
Fred & Maureen Willits
LWC Inspires
MTD Foundation
Allen & Robin Revels
Andrea Price
Jessica Jordan
Jillian Sacha
Kevin Gray
Scott & Kristen Kayser
Teresa Hernandez
Heartfelt thanks to our committee members for your hard work and dedication:
Alex Johansen
Allison Swanson
Carolyn Stefanik
Greg Schell
Heather Keighley
Jillian Sacha
Kim Bramledge
Sue Hohenbrink
Tonya W.
Thanks to the businesses that donated auction items:
Alexandria Brewing Company
Anna Brown
Anthony Dietz
Arrow Wine
Bender's Pub Grub
Big Sky Bread
Bullwinkles
Cassie Crownover
Chuy’s
Cincinnati Reds
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
City Barbeque
Columbus Blue Jackets
Condados
Costco
Dan Morrison
Dave Schoettmer
Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball Team
Doubledays
Firehouse Subs
Highfield Doors
Hilton Hotel Columbus
J. Alexanders
Janelle Ross Mercedes
Kettering Rec Center
Liz Valenti & Wheat Penny Oven and Bar
MOTZ
Mike’s Ultimate Car Wash
Ohio State Fair
Olive Garden
Paul Gruner
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
Skyline Chili
Sycamore Country Club
Top Golf
USA Tire
We Care Arts Artist-Clients
Woodman Lanes
937 Salon on Rahn
Thanks to the MC, Greg Schell
Thanks to the auctioneer, Tim Lile
Last but not least, thanks to the Community Artists and the artist-clients that spent time creating the beautiful collaborative pieces of artwork to be auctioned and the collaboration sponsors that provided the necessary resources for each project.
Amy Williams & Lisa C.
Sponsors: RIECK Services and
Bob & Donna Duplain
Andrea Starkey & Jim R
Sponsors: Crest Commercial
Realty & Patrick Beatty
Anna Brown & Jo E.
Sponsor: Synergy Building
Systems
Ariel White & Angela S.
Sponsor: Oregon Printing
Communications
Bil Tipton & Kendrick M.
Sponsor: McAfee HVAC &
Plumbing
Bonnie Kuntz & Brooke H.
Sponsor: Back In Motion
Carol Oneal & Andi F.
Sponsors: Mike & Susan
Riordan & Woolpert
Courtney Medlin & Debi L.
Sponsor: Southpaw Enterprises
Elisha Frontz & Aleisha C.
Sponsor: Dr. Matt & Nicole
Bakos & Reynolds Machinery
Hadley Rodebeck & Todd S.
Sponsor: JP & Carmen Nauseef
Hyacinth Paul & Aylsie G.
Sponsor: Michael Gentry
Joanne Vincent & Jen S.
Sponsor: Gary & Rachel Auman
John Fabelo & Rachel K.
Sponsor: LWC Inspires
Kimberly Hall & Ruth H.
Sponsors: MODA4 &
Fred & Maureen Willits
Kim Phelps & Micah J.
Sponsor: Culmen Real Estate Services
Margie McCullough & Jenny M.
Sponsor: Up and Running Fitness
Shoes & Apparel
Marsha Pippenger & Jenny R.
Sponsors: Rittgers, Rittgers and Nakajima & Barb Strady Rowland
Michael Higgins & Elizabeth H.
Sponsor: Sunbelt Business Advisors
Mike Elsass & Vickki R.
Sponsors: Exhibit Concepts &
Matthew J. Scarr, CPA
Rachel Stanzione & Theresa J.
Sponsor: Lynda Fagely & John Erickson
Rick Willits & Danielle H.
Sponsor: Dr. Jim & Holly Bianchi
Ron Rollins & Byron S.
Sponsor: Apex Commercial Group
Samantha Farkas & Christina K.
Sponsor: Warped Wing
Sarah Wrona & Abbie K.
Sponsor: Front Street
Tami Beale & Stefanie K.
Sponsor: Paul Zimmer, Toni Moore
Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC
Terry Hitt & Rebekah S.
Sponsor: Elements IV Interiors
Terry Welker & Matthew G.
Sponsor: Dr. Eric & Karen Spina
Timothy Wells & Shawn F.
Sponsor: Bockrath Flooring and Rugs
Thank you once again to everyone involved. Together, we are building a community of care, compassion, and hope. We are excited for the future collaborations and the positive changes we will continue to make together.
Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to get involved. Let's keep the momentum going and continue to make a difference, one step at a time. We hope to see you at our next event, Evening At The Races! Get your tickets today!
Contact Info
Berkeley Center Campus
Address: 3035 Wilmington Pk.
Kettering, OH 45429
Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
Phone: 937-252-3937
Email: info@wecarearts.org
Town & Country Gift Shop
Address: 300 E. Stroop
Kettering, OH 45429
Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm
Saturday 10am-6pm
Sunday-Monday CLOSED
Phone: 937-613-8426