With Gratitude: Honoring Our Gala Partners & Supporters
The Andrew Dougherty Vision Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to the individuals, organizations, and partners whose support made our recent gala—and the forthcoming Morocco Mission—possible.
Through the extraordinary generosity of our community, the gala generated $107,000 in direct donations and secured more than $300,000 in-kind donations. These vital resources are now being deployed to support sight-restoring surgeries, hands-on clinician training, and the development of sustainable eye care capacity in Chefchaouen Province, Morocco.
This mission is not the work of a single organization. It is the result of collaboration, trust, and a shared belief that treatable blindness should not exist anywhere in the world.
In-Kind Medical Partners
We gratefully acknowledge our in-kind medical partners— Alcon and Bausch + Lomb —whose generous contributions are essential to the delivery of high-quality ophthalmic care.
Their support enables the use of safe, effective, and modern technologies, helping ensure exceptional patient outcomes throughout the Morocco Mission and in our ongoing global work.
Gala Supporters, Sponsors & Contributors
We gratefully acknowledge the following individuals and organizations for their generous support, commitment, and belief in ADVF’s mission:
Chris Breed – In-kind beverage donation
Siren’s Tale – French Vodka
Bandero Tequila
Ventura Rentals – Event rentals
Dar Dmana Catering – Moroccan culinary experience
LA Audio Rentals – Professional sound production
Woodland Hills Printing – Program and signage printing
Artists & Performers
We extend our gratitude to the artists and performers whose creativity and talent helped bring the gala to life and supported our shared mission.
Taib – Moroccan musician, percussionist, cultural innovator, and intentional DJ (Main Act)
DJ Arcane – DJ and performance support
David Segall & Trio – Live musical ensemble
Arisha Performance Team – Multi-disciplinary performance group
Ting Ting – Performance artist
Steven Brundage – Magician and illusionist
Claudius Shropshire “The Snake Father””
Auction Donors
We thank the auction donors whose meaningful contributions helped generate critical support for ADVF’s mission and upcoming ophthalmic work.
Kal Mentak – Two original paintings by the late Moroccan visionary artist Noureddine Fidali
Dr. Paul Dougherty – LASIK or PRK Vision Correction Package
Daniel Dugan – “Line of Sight” Original Artwork
The Art Rising – “Entheos” Giclée on Canvas
Dr. Caslyn Hauck – Wellness Basket
Greg Fleishman – Rock ’N Roll Rocking Chair
Amanda Gilbert – “Happy Henna” Experience
Will Tetra – Abstract Acrylic Artwork
ADVF Team – Mission Trip Experience: Morocco, December 22–26
Special Thanks
We extend special thanks to the individuals whose leadership, creative direction, production support, and coordination were instrumental to the success of the gala.
Ben Gleib – Master of Ceremonies
Daniel Cheli – Creative Director, Designer, and Decor Lead
Greg Papania – Visual Artist & Music Pioneer
Greg Fleishman – Artistic collaborator and architect
Brent (Sky Portal LA) – Venue Host & Production Director
Kylee Flores – Volunteer Director
Amanda Joy Gilbert – Volunteer Support & Vision Alignment
Trew Hughes – Assistant Director, Gala Vision & Logistics Lead
Antoine Gijbels – Digital Media Producer & Gala Intro Video
Photographers
We acknowledge the photographers and visual creatives whose work captured the spirit, energy, and purpose of the “Saving the Sight of the World” Gala.
Derek Stetter — Videogrpher & Visual Creative
Brandon Fuller — Photogrpher and A/V Engineer
Brand Activations & Artisan Partners
We thank the brand activations and artisan partners whose contributions enriched the gala experience and supported the success of the evening.
• Dylani Eyeglasses – Luxury eyewear showcase
• W1se by Kurt – Nutritional supplement gummies
• Ezgi Design – Fashion design
• Cita Fashion – Fashion boutique
• Hermetica Superfoods – Holistic nutrition
• Rafael Feldman – Ascential Goddess Oils
WITH GRATITUDE
To all volunteers, contributors, partners, and community members whose dedication, time, and talent elevated this evening—thank you. To our guests, donors, and supporters: your generosity directly funds our December 2025 ophthalmic mission in Chefchaouen Province, Morocco, restoring sight and transforming lives.
Thank you for believing in our mission and standing with us as we work to save the sight of the world.
