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As Northeast Indiana’s most inspiring community gathering of the year, Tribute Dinner is a celebration of people in our community who have been touched by cancer—survivors, caregivers, and medical professionals.

Meet five local cancer survivors who will open their hearts by sharing the stories, memories, and recipes that carried them through.

Michelle Chambers, Fort Wayne City Councilwoman
Melissa Eshbach, President, STAR Technology
Carrie Gutman, Attorney and Senior VP, Chief Wealth Advisor Officer, Lake City Bank
Tammy Jofreda, Owner, Tammy’s Treats
Molly Ralat, Pharmaceutical Representative, Johnson & Johnson

Listen to their incredible stories during a live panel moderated by Dirk Rowley, then celebrate their strength and resilience by bidding on a live dessert auction featuring meaningful recipes made with their own hands.

Don’t leave that evening without first purchasing Sweet Stories of Hope, a special edition cookbook featuring five recipes to make in your own kitchen and inspiring stories of resilience and fortitude.

Purchase Tickets

  • Tables cost $1,000 and include a reserved table with preferred seating, dinner for 8 people, up to 8 Tribute messages, and enrollment as a Champion of Hope for the upcoming year.
  • Tickets cost $125 each and include dinner and one Tribute message.
  • Additional Tributes cost $25 each and will be displayed at the event and on social media.

Make a Donation

Unable to attend but still want to support the mission of Cancer Services? Your donation of any amount will immediately help local families facing cancer right now.

Cancer Services is 100% funded by the generosity of donors.

Sponsor acknowledgement page listing Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsors with logos and company names.