Heart N Hands "LOVE YOUR HEART" Gala

Heart N Hands "LOVE YOUR HEART" Celebration & Auction

Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 6:00pm VIP Reception | 7:00pm Gala & Auction

Cocktail/Party Attire

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Heart N Hands Annual “Love Your Heart” Gala at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton New Orleans, located at 921 Canal Street. This inspiring night brings together community leaders, supporters, and changemakers for a celebration of impact, purpose, and heart health.

Enjoy a vibrant experience filled with live entertainment, signature New Orleans cuisine, and powerful stories that highlight how Heart N Hands is transforming lives. Proceeds from the evening will support our Love Your Heart Wellness Program for girls ages 10–18, our Youth Scholarship Fund, and our Basketball & Motivation Clinic empowering both girls and boys.

Come dressed to impress, ready to celebrate and make a lasting difference. This is more than a gala—it’s a movement to create heart-healthy futures for the next generation.

VIP PATRON PARTY & EXPERIENCE | 6PM – 7PM
Kick off the evening with an exclusive VIP experience for patrons and sponsors:
• Private pre-party reception
• Passed hors d’oeuvres
• Special patron perks and recognition

GALA CELEBRATION & AUCTION | 7PM – 10PM
The celebration continues with an elevated gala experience featuring:
• Live and local entertainment
• Curated New Orleans cuisine
• Silent & live auctions
• Interactive photobooth, sparkle stations, and more

Don’t miss this night of elegance, purpose, and impact.

Grab your tickets, invite your guests, and join us as we celebrate, give back, and love our hearts—together. ❤️

The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans is a French Quarter luxury hotel where the city comes to life as soon as guests cross the threshold of the historic luxury hotel. Set within the 1908 Beaux Arts Maison Blanche building, the hotel highlights traditional Southern ambiance with an elegant interior that reflects the graciousness of Garden District mansions.

All proceeds support Heart N Hands mission and related programming, such as the Love Your Heart Wellness program and Scholarship Fund for girls, while directly benefiting our girls, families, community, and educators – working together to empower, raise awareness and educate girls aged 10-18 about heart health and heart disease prevention.

For additional information or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, please visit https://www.heartnhands.org/gala.html or email Ari Booth, Director of Strategy & Development at [email protected].

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Info: VIP Patron Reception: 6:00pm - 7:00pm for patrons & sponsors

Info: Celebration: 7:00pm-10:00pm, New Orleans Cuisine/Food Stations, Cocktails. There will be an interactive photobooth, Sparkle Station and live entertainment. It's going to be an amazing evening.

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