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Mission of Hope 2025

Tuesday, September 23, 2025
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

Mission of Hope 2025

A Celebration of Hope

Join us Tuesday, September 23rd at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum for an inspiring evening of community, celebration, and purpose. Mission of Hope brings together over 500 guests for a night of auctions, stories of transformation, and renewed commitment to helping our neighbors overcome homelessness. Be part of the mission—your sponsorship helps restore lives and build a future filled with hope.

  • Tuesday, September 23rd

  • National Cowboy & Western Heritage Mmuseum

  • Business Formal

  • Silent & Live Auction, Photo Booth, and More

  • RSVP by September 9, 2025

Sponsorships & Tickets
A Celebration of Hope

The Evening’s Itinerary

Join us for a special night of connection and celebration.

Here’s what you can expect as the evening unfolds.

6:00 p.m.

VIP Meet & Greet | Silent Auction Opens

6:45 p.m.

Doors Open & Dinner

7:00 p.m.

Program

Featuring

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Frank & Cathy Keating

Special Guests

Frank and Cathy Keating have shared over five decades of marriage and service to Oklahoma, most notably as Governor and First Lady during the Oklahoma City bombing, where they led the state with strength, compassion and unity. Frank’s distinguished career includes roles in federal law enforcement and national leadership, while Cathy is a bestselling author and devoted community advocate, with both continuing to give back through charitable work, public service and their support of Oklahoma families.

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Amanda Taylor

Emcee

Amanda Taylor can be seen weekdays co-anchoring the 5pm, 6pm and 10pm newscasts on KWTV News 9. She has a passion for children’s welfare and has helped raise over two million dollars to feed hungry kids.

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Kyle Trudelle

Live Artist

Kyle Trudelle is a professional artist. His art isn’t just about what he sees. It’s about what he knows – that even the most shattered stories can be made whole again.

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Samuel Kahre

Professional Cellist

Samuel D. Kahre is an Oklahoma City– born and raised cellist who has made his living performing locally and abroad for the past decade. He believes in giving back what has been given to him.

Mission of Hope 2025 Sponsors

Tower of Hope

Vision of Hope

  • David and Lezlie Hudiburg

Pinnacle of Hope

  • Nedra Funk
  • Tom and Kay Hill

Pillar of Hope

  • Dr. Dean and Joni Brown
  • Peggy Kates
  • Vaughn Family Foundation
  • Ted Zachary

Messenger of Hope

  • Berryman Family Empowerment Fund
  • Jon and Karla Cargill
  • Durane and Mary Cutter
  • Mark and Beth Godwin
  • Rich Kinder
  • Ted and Jeannie Strickland

Beacon of Hope

  • All About Travel
  • BancFirst
  • Scott and Lori Briggs
  • Cortes Law Firm
  • Jeanne Cotter
  • Crow & Dunlevy
  • John and Julie Higginbotham
  • Insurica
  • Lippert Brothers
  • Love's Travel Stops and Country Stores
  • Majoue Legal Services
  • Scott and Dana McLain
  • Oklahoma Christian & David M. Seat
  • Price Edwards and Company
  • Chad and Beth Wilkerson
  • Victory Church

Your Giving Supports Our Mission

Your gift will help us provide much more than meals – life-changing services, safe shelter, hope and healing.

Your Giving Supports Our Mission