With Gratitude: Honoring Our Gala Partners & Supporters

ADVF Gala December 2025

“Saving the Sight of the World— Night in Morocco” Auction & Gala December 6, 2025

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.

 
ADVF Dr. Paul Dougherty, Kal Mentak, PhD December Gala Production Team Trew Hughes and Daniel Cheli

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

 
Ben Gleib performing for the gala

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.

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