Our Hospice Jennings Gala Raises Over $65,000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
[North Vernon, Indiana] February 9, 2026 – The 28th Annual Our Hospice Jennings County
Gala, held Saturday, February 7, 2026, at The Barn at Willow Lake in North Vernon, raised over
$65,000 to support care for patients and loved ones served by Our Hospice throughout
Jennings County.

The annual event brought together over 250 community members for an evening of celebration
and fundraising in support of care close to home.

A highlight of the evening was the crowning of the 2026 Jennings County Gala Queen and King.
Lillian Curry was named Gala Queen after raising $14,500, while Jake Birge was crowned Gala
King, raising $3,700 in support of Our Hospice. Emma Clapp was named Queen Runner-Up.
Other members of the 2026 Gala Royal Court included Katherine Brunner and Hailey
Whitehead. Together, the Royal Court raised over $33,000.

Proceeds from the Jennings County Gala help offset the cost of care in the community, where
over $83,000 in charity care was provided last year, including support for ongoing pediatric
needs in Jennings County. Through this work, Our Hospice continues its mission of Making
Every Moment Count for patients and loved ones across the community.

“For more than 40 years, Our Hospice has walked alongside patients and loved ones in
Jennings County,” said Steph Cain, President of Our Hospice. “We are grateful to the donors,
sponsors, and community members whose support through the Jennings County Gala helps
sustain care close to home.”

Our Hospice extends sincere thanks to the Jennings County Community Relations Committee,
along with the volunteers, sponsors, and community members who supported this year’s event,
including title sponsors 914 Hoosier St, Arvin Sango, Inc., and Willow Lake Event Center.

About Our Hospice
Our Hospice has been serving Jennings County and surrounding communities since the 1980s,
providing end-of-life care, grief support, and resources to patients and their families. As a
nonprofit organization, Our Hospice is committed to serving all members of our community,
regardless of their financial circumstances. Making Every Moment Count.