Champions For Children Gala — MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation

Save the date October 23, 2025, at 6 p.M.
Florida blue conference center: 4800 Deerwood Campus Pkwy Jacksonville, FL 32246

Now in its 29th year, the Current/Sherman Group of Merrill Lynch Champions for Children Gala is the signature event for the MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation, a powerful evening that brings the community together to serve hope and change lives. Each year, the gala highlights a unique theme that reflects the journey, growth, and achievements of MWYF students and alumni.

Our 2025 theme, Pathways for Success, celebrates the many roads that lead to success and the power we all have to guide and inspire the next generation of leaders.

The evening will feature a cocktail reception, a live and silent auction, our renowned Heads or Tails raffle, dinner, and inspirational student testimonials that connect you to the heart of MWYF’s mission.

Honorary Chairs:

  • Pat & Inger Geraghty

Event Chairs:

  • Bill Hendrich

  • Travis Norman

  • Ashley Larsen

  • Amanda Rowley

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Together, let's be champions for our children’s futures and help pave the way for success.