Voices for Hope 2025

Avenue 360 Health and Wellness is proud to present its signature fundraising event, Voices for Hope 2025, Rhythm and Roots Revue: Celebrating Houston’s Music Legacy, on Friday, November 7, 2025, at the River Oaks Country Club.

This year’s celebration, co-chaired by Carrie Brandsberg-Dahl and Jeff Gremillion, will raise essential support for Avenue 360’s HIV services, including Omega House, the first residential hospice in Texas for patients with AIDS.

We are honored to recognize the founders of the Bering Dental Program—Dr. Ed Cordray, the late Dr. Bruce Smith, and the late Dr. Harry Hodge—along with EPAH members Randall Hendrick, Mike Bodin, and Jack Berger for their long-standing support of Avenue 360's programs and services. Serving as honorary co-chairs are Alicia Smith and Brigitte Kalai.

Guests will enjoy a memorable evening featuring cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a seated dinner, live entertainment, and special surprises. Proceeds will directly fund Avenue 360’s comprehensive HIV and wellness programs, including cutting-edge dental care, substance use recovery, food and nutrition assistance, mental health, housing support, and hospice services.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

• Platinum Table – $20,000 (22 VIP guest seats)
• Gold Table – $10,000 (10 Premier guest seats)
• Silver Table – $5,000 (10 Preferred guest seats)
• Bronze Table – $3,000 (5 Premier guest seats)
• VIP Tickets – $2,500 (2 VIP guest seats)
• Premier Tickets – $1,500 (2 premier guest seats)
• Individual Ticket – $500

Commitments made by Friday, September 12, 2025, will be recognized in all event materials and invitations.

For more information or to reserve your table, please contact Derrick Brown-Ritchel, Executive Vice President of Advancement, at or (214) 384-1188.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

River Oaks Country Club, 1600 River Oaks Boulevard, Houston, United States