2025 Circle of Care Commitee
Nohemy Hite: CEO/Programs/Seating/Sponsors/Live Auction Co-Chair
Adriana Berumen: Social Media/Marketing Committee Member
Holly Gwaltney: Silent Auction Chair
Meghan Henderson: Silent Auction Team
Monica Lopez: Decor Committee Member
Crystal Mada: Decor Co-Chair
Sydney McCollough: Social Media/Marketing Chair
Gordon McKenzie: Silent Auction Member
Jen Pegnato Moss: Silent Auction Member
Mary Parker: Decor Co-Chair
Michelle Pickrom: Volunteer Coordinator
Kristi Ringler: VIP Chair and Nominees Co-Chair
Maribeth Slagle: Registration Co-Chair
11th Annual Circle of Care Gala
You are Invited!
The Erik Hite Foundation’s
2025 Circle of Care Gala
A Night of Enchantment - Celebrating
Community and Service
Honoring and Benefiting
First Responder & Active Duty Military Families
This event is open to the entire community - we welcome you to stand with us in support of those who serve.
✨ Saturday, November 8, 2025
✨ JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort | Tucson, AZ
✨ Evening festivities begin at 5:30 PM
✨ Evening Attire: Formal
Join the Erik Hite Foundation for an unforgettable evening of purpose, celebration, and community as we bring together Southern Arizona’s first responder agencies, military branches, business leaders, and local supporters under one roof.
✨ Evening Highlights Include:
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Honoring selected local heroes
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Silent & live auctions featuring exclusive items
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Multiple live performances
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A delicious 3-course dinner
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An inspiring program spotlighting the families we serve
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Access to our exclusive VIP Experience
✨Why Attend?
Your presence directly supports vital programs for our local first responder and military families, including:
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Free Support Groups for spouses and significant others
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Are You Prepared/workshops
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Youth Wellness Retreat for teens (ages 12–19)
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Love & Logic Parenting Classes
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A Child Development Center with extended hours at reduced costs
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Our newest initiative: the Emergency Relief Fund for families facing crisis and personal hardship
✨ Tickets & Sponsorships Available
Reserve your spot by November 3, 2025!
Let’s make a difference—together