On Saturday September 6, 2025, the Ford Center came alive with color, music, and hope at the highly anticipated Deaconess Party of the Year. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Barton Malow, our Band Sponsor, Kahn, Dees, Donovan, and Kahn and our Tree of Hope Sponsor, Hafer.
The theme, Colors of Hope, was a heartfelt way to honor everyone in our community who has faced cancer, whether as a patient, a survivor, or a supporter. The 12 South Band also returned to the stage for the third year in a row, delivering a non-stop performance that had the crowd on their feet from the first note.
Thanks to our incredible donors, $403,725 was raised at this event, all of which will directly benefit patient care across Deaconess Health System.
The success of Colors of Hope wasn’t measured solely by the funds raised but by the collective strength and resilience shown by every person in attendance.