TOGETHER, WE MOVE.
Movement is the heart of our community—it’s the energy that drives us toward a better future. At CAF, movement means more than just physical strides; it’s the power to create opportunities, break barriers, and transform lives. The Celebration of Heart Gala is about more than just honoring achievements, it’s about fueling the movement that changes lives and celebrates the strength of community.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of empowerment and celebration where we will highlight the athletes, mentors, and supporters who embody resilience and push the limits of what’s possible. When we move together, we redefine what’s possible and move toward a more inclusive tomorrow.
CELEBRATION OF HEART GALA
DATE AND TIME: Friday, April 25, 2025 from 6-11PM
ADDRESS: Pier 27, Upper-Level City View Room: 27 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111
WHAT TO EXPECT
An immersive evening meeting CAF athletes and honoring their achievements
Tray-passed hors d’oeuvres and buffet action stations
Hosted bar
Seated Dessert and Program
DJ & Dancing
On-site Parking
WHAT TO WEAR
Cocktail Attire
Special Thanks to Our
2025 Celebration of Heart Team
Gala Co-Chairs
Kristin Roth DeClark & Karl Peterson
Allison Caccoma & Alan Shanken
Lotte Toftdahl & Ryan Goldman
Gala Committee Members
Julie & Michael Hughes
David Jochim
Samantha & Mark Keene
Adan Martinez
Tanja Matschinsky
Beth & Paul McClure
Vickie & Greg Mrva
David Schwartz
TOGETHER, WE MOVE
To empower people with physical disabilities through sport is truly life-changing—both for the participants and for those who make that participation possible.
The results are extraordinary. But so is the need.
Insurance doesn’t cover most adaptive sports equipment and people with disabilities are:
- 3x more likely to live in poverty.
- 5x more likely to suffer emotional health disorders.
OUR NEED
Every dollar raised propels stories of triumph that inspire others to see beyond limitations. Together, we’re breaking barriers and redefining possibilities—not just for athletes but for the community as a whole.
CAF saw:
- 20% increase in equipment costs.
- 9% increase in grant requests.
Your support provides access to the adaptive equipment, sports clinics, and resources that enable athletes to achieve what once seemed impossible. From specialized wheelchairs to running blades, your contributions turn dreams of movement into reality.
Buy your tickets today.
If you have any questions please contact our Events Team.
Returning as this year’s auctioneer, Best-selling author and podcast host:
Lydia Fenet
Lydia Fenet is the founder and CEO of the Lydia Fenet Agency, a boutique agency representing best-in-class charity auctioneers. Over her two-decade-long career, Lydia served as the Global Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships for Christie’s and reshaped the fundraising landscape as the world’s leading charity auctioneer. She has single-handedly raised over one billion dollars for more than 800 organizations and broken down countless barriers for women in the auction industry. Widely recognized for her poise and power onstage, she has stood alongside celebrities including Bruce Springsteen, Hugh Jackman, Elton John, Matt Damon, and Jerry Seinfeld to raise record-breaking donations for the most notable charities across the globe.
Lydia is the author of two best-selling books, The Most Powerful Woman in the Room is You & Claim Your Confidence as well as the podcast host of Claim Your Confidence in collaboration with Rockefeller Center. Her first book was optioned by Netflix in 2022 for a series that will be produced by Chernin Entertainment starring Kiernan Shipka as the lead.
Lydia is represented by CAA and travels internationally to speak to companies about unlocking their sales potential, empowering people in the workplace, and the art of public speaking. You can follow her auctions, antics, and anecdotes on Instagram @LydiaFenet.