THE ANGEL GALA

The Angel Gala is Angels of America’s Fallen’s premier annual fundraising event, bringing together community leaders, supporters, and military & first responder families to honor the children of our fallen heroes. This powerful evening features inspiring stories, moving tributes, and opportunities to directly support our mission through live and silent auctions, donations, and sponsorships.

Guests hear firsthand from our Angels and their families, witness the impact of their support, and celebrate the resilience of children who have lost a parent in service to our country. All proceeds from the event go directly toward funding developmental activities that help these children grow, heal, and thrive.

A NIGHT OF IMPACT, HOPE, & LEGACY

We’ve gathered some of the most meaningful moments from the evening so you can revisit the impact you helped create.

From powerful stories to the joy shared throughout the night, we hope these images remind you of just how special it was to be part of this community. These moments were beautifully captured by our generous in-kind partners: Vibrant Media, JS Photography, Life’s a Snap Photography, and LaFaye Photography.

Angels of America's Fallen performing at the Angel Gala.
A group of uniformed military personnel stand in formation holding rifles, with one in the foreground wearing glasses and white gloves.
Three people in formal attire stand together on stage, holding a trophy featuring multiple figures. A blue banner reading "2025" is visible in the background.

MEET OUR 2026 KEYNOTE SPEAKER

We are honored to welcome Rachael Flick as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Angel Gala.

Rachael’s powerful story of resilience and hope reflects the heart of our mission — walking alongside the children of America’s fallen military and first responders as they grow and thrive.

In this special announcement video, Rachael offers a glimpse into her journey and the inspiration she will bring to this year’s Gala.

HOW SUPPORT TRANSFORMS LOSS INTO HOPE

In 2019, seven-year-old Collin lost his father, Major Dominic W. of the U.S. Air Force. One of his most treasured memories is a special day spent one-on-one with his dad at Legoland in Florida—a reminder of the deep bond they shared.

By 2021, Angels of America’s Fallen had stepped in to walk alongside Collin and encourage his passions. At just 12 years old, he was already thriving as a competitive soccer player, sharing the field with his sister, Julianna, in a special performance at the Angel Gala. That same evening, Collin honored his father’s legacy by singing the National Anthem.

Today, Collin & Julianna’s story continues to remind us of the importance of long-term support for the children of our fallen heroes—nurturing not only their talents and dreams, but also the memories they hold closest to their hearts.

Angels of America's Fallen

2026 Angel Gala Moments

A young man in a blue shirt stands on stage holding a black dog, with a woman and several people in the background at an indoor event.
A man wearing a cowboy hat speaks into a microphone and points while standing at a podium on stage; another man in a suit stands nearby.
A boy in a black chef coat holds a cookbook and stands on stage under a spotlight, with a blurred event sign in the background.
Audience members in formal attire sit and kneel near a stage at an indoor event, watching attentively and smiling under colorful lighting.
A child wearing a white martial arts uniform and purple belt raises their arms in celebration as several adults in uniforms applaud in the background.
A child in a martial arts uniform breaks a board held by uniformed officials on stage during a demonstration or ceremony.
Two women stand on stage; one in a sparkling dress hands a bouquet of white flowers to the other, who is wearing a purple gown and standing by a podium.
A woman in a strapless purple dress stands at a podium, speaking into a microphone, with a large screen behind her displaying people.
Large stylized feather logo projected onto a dark dance floor at an indoor event with seated attendees and stage in the background.
A statuette featuring a firefighter, a soldier, and a police officer stands in front of an American flag on a table set with glassware and awards.
Two people in formal attire hug on stage at an event, with one holding a piece of paper and a microphone, while a silhouette of an audience member is visible in the foreground.
Two men in suits stand on stage, holding a trophy with multiple small figures and patriotic decorations, in front of a screen and dark background.
A woman stands at a podium, speaking into a microphone during an indoor event, dressed formally and gesturing with her hands.
A man in a black suit and glasses speaks at a podium with a microphone; a large screen with text and a person’s photo is displayed behind him.
Two presenters stand at a podium on stage, dressed in formal evening attire, with a small table and award beside them.
Five people, dressed formally, stand together and smile at a banquet event with round tables and place settings visible in the background.
People in formal attire sit and stand in a banquet hall with a large screen showing a group photo of young people in the background.
Round banquet tables set with plates of salad, glasses, cutlery, water bottles, and champagne bottles in a formal dining room, with people seated in the background.
A framed plaque with a military dog tag and "Angels of America's Fallen" logo sits on a table, surrounded by wine bottles and event materials at an Angel Gala.
A group of people in formal attire gather in a modern lobby area with a large "Welcome" sign and a check-in area visible.
Two people in formal attire stand together and smile at a social event, with other guests and tables visible in the background.
A group of five people dressed formally pose for a photo at an indoor event. A banner and other attendees are visible in the background.
A child in a cowboy costume stands in front of a backdrop with angel wings and a halo, creating the illusion of having wings and a halo.
Five adults stand together at a formal event, smiling for the camera; some wear suits and gowns, one is in a decorated military uniform.
Five women work at a registration or check-in table with laptops and paperwork, in front of a blue event banner that reads "Honoring Our Fallen Serving Their Children.
A woman in a silver sequin gown and a man in a formal military uniform ride an escalator together, both smiling at the camera.
A large group of people dressed formally and waving at the camera, gathered outdoors on a patio with green and white decor.
Three adults stand outdoors; one woman in a black dress, a man in a black cowboy hat and jacket with red shirt, and another woman in a black belted dress with short hair and glasses.
A person in a suit holds a cookbook titled "Cooking with Cooper Cookbook by Cooper Dean," featuring an illustrated child riding a salt shaker on the cover.
A family of five, dressed in formal attire, poses together at an indoor event; the man wears a military uniform with medals.
Three women in formal gowns pose together at an indoor gala event with others in the background.
Two women in formal attire look at items displayed on a table at an indoor event, with other people and a sign visible in the background.
A group of women in black dresses stand indoors, smiling and talking with each other in a well-lit room.
A young person wearing a suit and name tag plays a violin indoors, with a microphone visible in the foreground.
A woman paints a mural of a kneeling soldier with angel wings, an American flag, a 911 fire helmet, and a police cap.
Four large posters of children line a red carpet with gold stanchions, each poster displaying a child's photo, name, and "Angel Gala Performer" title.
A modern hotel building with a vertical blue "Hotel Polaris" sign stands beside a glass-fronted structure under a clear sky.
A man in a suit shakes hands with a boy holding a folder on stage, while another man in a hat stands nearby. A presentation is displayed on a screen behind them.
A woman in a sequined dress stands at a podium with microphones, holding papers, and smiling during an event on a stage with dark curtains.
A man and a boy stand on a stage. Behind them is a large screen showing a child standing outdoors in falling snow.
A young boy in a white karate uniform with a purple belt performs a forward punch against a plain, dark background.
A woman stands at a podium speaking, with a large screen behind her displaying "The Angel Gala" and a photo of Rachael Flick, noted as the 2026 keynote speaker.
A statuette featuring a firefighter, a soldier, and a police officer stands in front of an American flag on a table set with glassware and awards.
Four people stand on a stage; a young girl in a blue dress speaks into a microphone while two adults stand by a podium and another adult stands nearby in a pink dress.
Three women in formal dresses are conversing at an indoor event, with two facing away and one facing the camera, in a brightly lit room.