2024 National Hospice Foundation Gala

Thank you to all Gala participants and Supporters!

The National Hospice Foundation (NHF), the fundraising affiliate of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), held an exclusive fundraising gala in Denver, Colorado on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, in conjunction with the 2024 NHPCO Annual Leadership Conference (ALC2024).

All funds raised support NHF’s Lighthouse of Hope Fund.
The Lighthouse of Hope is available to Alliance members and helps fulfill patient last wishes.

A Night of Celebration

During the Gala, the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization presented the Healthcare Architect Awards and the Galen Miller Leadership Awards.


Carla DavisHealthcare Architect Award

Robert “Bob” ParkerHealthcare Architect Award

Melinda GruberGalen Miller Leadership Award

Samira BeckwithGalen Miller Leadership Award


Special Gala Guest 
Marilu Henner
Actress, Producer, NY Times Bestselling
Author, and Hospice Advocate

Auctioneer
Matt Godbehere 
Returns to lead our live auction

Ben Marcantonio and Gary Pongratz