Join us on March 7, 2026, for the third annual Hope in Art Experience at The Loft at 8th Avenue in Portland, Oregon. This is extraordinary gala celebrates the transformative power of art and the remarkable community of supporters who are advancing the mission of St. Jude. This immersive evening of inspiring mission moments and evocative storytelling unfolds against a backdrop of hope and support for children in our community and around the world. Guests will enjoy a three-course chef curated dining experience with wine pairings, silent and live auctions, and give the gift of hope during Give to Live. Reserve your place at this unforgettable event.
Generous supporters, like you, are helping St. Jude do what it does best: Finding cures. Saving children. Everywhere ®.
Matching gifts are an easy way to increase your donation to St. Jude — at no additional cost to you! Many employers support your altruistic efforts by offering matching gift programs to your favorite charities. Check if your employer will match your gift to St. Jude or contact us at matchinggifts@stjude.org.
All proceeds from this event benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, where families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — so they can focus on helping their child live.
Date and Time
March 7, 2026
6 - 10 p.m.
Attire: Cocktail (Jewel tones encouraged)
Tickets and Sponsorship
Reserve your table or become a Sponsor today! Sponsorship packages start at $2,500 and include perks.
Single ticket - $250
St. Jude has treated children from all 50 states and from around the world.
St. Jude patient Hudson
Highlights from the St. Jude Hope in Art Experience
Become a sponsor
By partnering with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and sponsoring this event, you will align your company name with the strong, nationally recognized St. Jude mission and brand, and instill pride in your employees, consumers, vendors and company executives.
For more information on becoming a sponsor, please contact:
Rashree Abernathy
(971) 910-1804
rashree.abernathy@alsac.stjude.org
Our 2026 Hope in Art Committee
Chair:
Kim Gursey Wills
Honorary Chair:
Kerry Wills
Members:
Adrienne Butzer • Noah Kirshbaum • Betsy Louthian-Collins • Leslie Winslow
St. Jude stories from the Pacific Northwest
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Loss of childhood classmate to cancer spurs Oregon woman to run with St. Jude 'Heroes Latinos'
Matilde Flores never forgot the loss of classmate Maria to cancer. So she began supporting St. Jude in her honor, bringing Oregon's Latino community along with her.
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Blind child's heartfelt, 75-cent donation to St. Jude decades ago resonates with Washington man even today
From a priceless gift of pocket change in 1959 to social media-driven fundraising today, those who give to the kids of St. Jude are all connected — at the heart.
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Teen’s memories of high school include St. Jude cancer experience filled with grace notes
Angelina draws from cancer experience for her kind acts.
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Appreciative of each day, St. Jude childhood cancer survivor happy to live an ordinary life
Pete is just regular kid doing regular things. And that's enough for him.
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... could help provide one day of oxygen for a St. Jude patient*
During treatment, St. Jude patients may need oxygen to help their bodies function properly and aid in healing.
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... could help provide 20 days of meals for a St. Jude patient*
St. Jude provides patients and their families with meal cards for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Kay Kafe, the hospital’s cafeteria.
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… could help provide 7 sets of school supplies for St. Jude patients*
Many patients can keep attending school after diagnosis and during treatment. These patients may need accommodations or other services to help them succeed.
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… could help provide 9 hours of physical therapy for St. Jude patients*
Children with life-threatening diseases may develop physical impairments as a result of their illness or treatments. Physical therapy can help St. Jude patients improve strength, balance, flexibility and coordination.
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… could help provide 18 chest x-rays, one view*
X-rays are imaging tests that take pictures of the inside of the body. Doctors use X-rays to help diagnose and monitor a St. Jude patient’s treatment.
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Support of our mission
Any amount supports kids around the world. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save even more children.*
* Your donation will be used to provide breakthrough research, treatment and cures. Items listed here are representative of services and supplies that are part of the treatment and care of children at St. Jude. The cost of each item or service is an approximation, and will vary based on actual costs incurred and individual patient needs. Your donation will be used for the general operating needs of St. Jude, where no family ever receives a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food.
Get involved locally
Click below to find additional events, volunteer opportunities and more ways to connect with St. Jude supporters in Portland and across the PNW.
Other ways you can get involved:
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Employer donation-match
Find out if you can double the impact of your donation to St. Jude through your employer's matching gifts program.
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Donor-advised funds
Support lifesaving research at St. Jude by granting from your donor-advised fund (DAF). DAFS are flexible, tax-smart giving accounts that allow you to help make a lasting impact.
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Explore online auctions
Learn about online charity auctions and bid on events, collector’s items and more to give back to St. Jude.
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Shop the Gift Shop
Help St. Jude kids by shopping in the St. Jude Gift Shop. Find presents that make a difference for your friends and family and help end childhood cancer.