Faces of Hope Gala

Friday, April 24th, 2026

Time: 6pm - 11pm

Every dollar donated to Cancer Services stays in Gaston County. Cancer Services provided 6,435 services to 608 individuals living with cancer last year and reached thousands of Gaston County residents with Prevention/Early Detection programs. All services are completely free of charge.

Location

Gaston Country Club
3700 Country Club Dr, Gastonia, NC 28056

Inspiring Hope, Transforming Lives

2025 Faces of Hope Gala Soars, Raising Over $217K for Cancer Services!

Incredible news from the Faces of Hope Gala! Together, we raised over a phenomenal $217,855 for Cancer Services of Gaston County! This remarkable achievement reflects the strength and generosity of our community. Every ticket purchased, every sponsorship, and every donation contributes directly to supporting those affected by cancer in our community. Thank you for your boundless kindness and commitment. Here’s to more hope, more support, and more lives touched!

See the full collection of photos captured by Mike Gibson Photography here.

Thank you to all who made this event a huge success.

Special thank you to all of our community sponsors for their generations donations.

Colors of Hope

Cancer Awareness Ribbons

Cancer awareness ribbons are more than just symbols; they are a symbol of hope, strength, and unity in the fight against cancer. Each ribbon color represents a different type of cancer, spreading awareness, supporting patients and their families.

Each ribbon tells a story, honors those who have fought the battle, and inspires ongoing efforts to find a cure. By understanding and participating in cancer awareness, you can make a significant impact on the lives of those affected by the disease.

Wear Your Ribbon with Pride 🎗️

For this event, we invite every attendee to wear a color that represents a cancer that is personal to them—whether it’s your own journey, a loved one’s, or a cause close to your heart.

Not sure which color represents which cancer? No worries—we’ve got you covered. Visit our Ribbon Guide where we’ve listed all the awareness ribbons to help you find the color that speaks to your story.

This is more than just attire—it’s a moment of collective honor, awareness, and connection. So come dressed in your color, and let your ribbon speak for your journey.

Let’s stand together, one color at a time.

Thank You to Our Purple $16,000 Sponsor