Moments of Hope 2024

The Moments of Hope Gala will take place virtually on

October 10th, 2024 at 5:45 pm PT / 8:45 pm ET

Access the livestream HERE!

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Thank you for joining us for our annual Moments of Hope Gala

Mission: Cure is raising $300,000 during the 2024 Moments of Hope Gala so that we can continue to advance new therapies and find a cure for debilitating and untreatable diseases-starting with pancreatitis.

With your help, we will create a world where patients can count on lifesaving treatments, instead of suffering in isolation without hope. 

Mission: Cure has had a busy year--and we are not done yet! In 2024, we have:

• Presented to the FDA on our efforts to make drug development less risky by creating clear outcome measures for clinical trials. We received an overwhelmingly positive response!
• Were selected for a competitive Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative-funded program to develop wearables to measure pancreatitis patients' symptoms for research and clinical use.
• Identified promising new therapies and pushing for their development. 
• Hosted 2 webinars to inform and update patients and professionals on the latest advancements in pancreatitis research and treatment options. 

Calling All Foodies: Moments of Hope Raffle Now Open! 

Enjoy dinner for 2 at the world-renowned, 3-Michelin Star restaurant 

Back by popular demand, The French Laundry Black Card Experience is available for one lucky winner! 

Secure your raffle tickets now!

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The Black Card Experience begins with Champagne, followed by an eighteen-course tasting menu and an extraordinary wine accompaniment personalized by our Sommeliers. The Black Card also includes Concierge service, BMW car service to and from your residence or hotel in the Napa Valley, and a gift from Chef Keller upon departure. The Black Card includes beverage, tax and service.

Thank You to our Sponsors!

Platinum Sponsor

 Sam Shrauger with gratitude to the University of Minnesota Children's Hospital

Gold Sponsors

The Cannon Family 

Crystal & Yasar Kaya

Aaron & Nancy Marcus

Bob & Linda Martin

Silver Sponsors

Larry McHale

Warren McHale

Brenda Wilkes

Bronze Sponsors

Matt Justice

Supporting Sponsors

John Cannon

Peter Cohen & Sherwin Soo

Tony and Jane Ford-Hutchinson

Marshall Glesby, M.D., Ph.D., and Gail Shattner, M.D.

Pat Ierardi

Mike and Kate Jensen

Mickey Levitan & Terri Reilly

Randy and Lynn Morgan and Family

Robert and Deborah Neiman

Craig and Tara Primis

Dino Veronese

Thank you to our Event Hosts!

Bruce Bloom

The Cannon Family

Eric Golden & Rebecca Walker

John Golden

Mitch Goldman

Lesley Greene

The Kaya Family

Aaron & Nancy Marcus

JIm Medsker

Anna Neiman-Golden

Debbie Niederhoffer

Sam Shrauger

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I pay by check or by wire transfer/ACH during the live event?

To donate by check/wire, please submit your donation through this link. Alternatively, click "Donate" from the top navigation bar. Fill out all information, and then send an email to Sara Svendsen, Director of Development at [email protected]. We will not run the cards until Friday, October 11th at 5 pm PT. 

To donate by mail, simply mail your check to this address:

Mission: Cure
c/o Megan Golden
245 W 107th St. #11B
New York, NY 10025

For wire transfer/ACH instructions, please email Sara Svendsen, Director of Development  at [email protected].  

I'm outside of the U.S. and having trouble registering. What do I do? 

Please send an email to [email protected] and we will help you get set up. We apologize for the inconvenience but are so glad you are joining us!