2026 Beacon of Hope Gala

Beacon of Hope Gala | April 25th at 6pm

The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis

6:00pm - Welcome Reception
7:00pm - Dinner & Mission Impact
8:30pm - Live Auction & Fund the Mission

Our Vision

A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.

Our Mission

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia - by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

Greater Missouri Chapter

2025 Beacon of Hope Honoree

DAVID PAYNE

Chairman, PayneCrest Electric

Having seen the disease impact his sister, both parents, and his grandmother, David brings a deeply personal dedication to advancing research, care, and community support.  Through his long-standing involvement with the Alzheimer's Association and his support of The WashU Medicine Tracy Family SILQ Center, David is helping drive the innovations and resources that offer a more hopeful future for families affected by Alzheimer's. 

2025 Beacon of Hope Co-Chairs

CURTIS & AMY FRANCOIS

JOHN & LINDA TRACY

About the Beacon of Hope and Patron Partner Opportunities

As a Patron Partner you are a catalyst of hope for a cure of Alzheimer's disease and all other dementias.

The Beacon of Hope Gala celebrates local influencers leading advancements for early detection, risk reduction & treatments that offer hope for a future without Alzheimer's & all other dementia.

The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading organization raising funds & fostering awareness to:

• Accelerate Research
• Engage Communities
• Advance Public Policy
• Support People & Families

The first survivor is out there.

Your support as a Patron Partner represents hope that makes all of the difference.

Please contact Shannon Bodenschatz to visit more about additional opportunities and customizations:

E: [email protected]

2026 PATRON PARTNERS

DIAMOND

Hermann Capital Management

PLATINUM

John & Crystal Beuerlein
Boniface Foundation

GOLD

Edward Jones
Emerson
Daugherty Foundation
Murphy Company

SILVER
Joe & Lyn Castellano
The Freeman Family
Graybar
Hunter Engineering Co.
Lewis Rice
Paric Holding Groups
Spirit Jets 

BRONZE
Jason & Angela Bean
Clayco
Robert & Ayumi Cullen
EISAI
Emily & Richard Pitts
Jo Marie & Mike Hejna
LuxCo
Matt & Heather Mikula 
Moneta
Jack & Kim Smith - Collaborative Strategies Inc. 
Private Home Care Solutions
Simmons Bank
Tim Gamma
Washington University

You are a Beacon of Hope for all affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias. 

Plan Ahead

Make an evening of it and enjoy a night at the Ritz-Carlton St. Louis.

You can reserve your room by visiting:

Book your group rate for Alzheimer's Association A Beacon of Hope Gala

OR 

Call 1-800-960-7056 and speak with a reservation agent mentioning the group name or code ALZ

Guests can also book through http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/st-louis and use the code ALZALZF for a king bed, ALZALZJ for two queen beds.

Bookings must be made by Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 to utilize the group rate discount.