2026 Annual Gala

A Night of Celebration Ahead: SSA’s 2026 Annual Gala

Senior Services of Alexandria is delighted to announce our 2026 Annual Gala, taking place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 6:00–10:00 p.m. at the Westin Alexandria Old Town.

We look forward to an unforgettable evening as city officials, community partners, and supporters from across the region come together once again

to celebrate SSA’s mission and the remarkable impact we continue to make in the lives of older adults.

This year’s Gala will feature an elegant dinner, lively entertainment, a dynamic raffle, and a beautifully curated silent auction, all in support of the essential programs that help Alexandria seniors thrive.

A highlight of the evening will be a special tribute to the extraordinary individuals whose leadership, service, and compassion have strengthened our community. We are honored to recognize:

Gala 2026 honorees:

Community Leadership Award:
Allen Lomax
Donna Shaw

Community Service Award:
Deacon Albert & Beverly Anderson

Community Spirit Award:
Gayle Reuter

whose dedication and service continue to uplift seniors and support those most in need.

SSA is grateful for the ongoing support of our sponsors, partners, and attendees who help make this celebration possible.

Your generosity fuels the programs that provide meals, companionship, education, and trusted resources to seniors throughout Alexandria.

Mark your calendars and stay tuned additional details, ticket information, and opportunities to support the event will be shared soon.

We look forward to celebrating with you at the 2026 Gala, a night that promises to be inspiring, joyful, and truly one to remember.

Click here to purchase tickets or your sponsorship!

Click here to check out the Silent Auction!

 

 

PRESENTING SPONSOR

 

PLATINUM SPONSORS

 

 

GOLD SPONSORS

Alexandria Toyota
Assisting Hands Home Care
Leona & Lynnwood Campbell
Comfort Keepers Home Care
Thomas J. Fannon and Sons, Inc.
Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner. PLLC
Goodwin Living
Donita Greene & Greene Funeral Home
KWC, CPA
The Landing/The Riviera
Redella S. Pepper
Mark N. Roth
Donna & Michael Shaw
Sunrise Senior Living
SYNERGY HomeCare

SILVER SPONSORS

Barbara Brenman
Cherry Blossom PACE
Corcoran-McEnearney
Carter Flemming
Hughes & Leighton, PLLC
Inova
Brooksie Koopman & Mark Eaton
McLaughlin Ryder Investments, Inc. —
Shawn McLaughlin, AIF and Jacobson Truex, CFP
Arthur Peabody, Jr. & Lucy Thomson
Retirement Unlimited, Inc.
Shannon & Wright LLP
Signature Estate & Investment Advisors (SEIA)
Silverado Alexandria Memory Care
Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh, P.C.

BRONZE SPONSORS

AARP
David Baker & Sandra von Kampen
Janet Barnett & Jon Miller
Brightview Alexandria
Caring Considerations
Clarke & Sampson Insurance
Cogir Senior Living
Donna Cramer & John Woods
Sue & David Dolton
Linda & Earl Durand
ElderTree Care Management
Holly & Manning Feraci
Focus Data Solutions
The Goodhart Group
Griswold Home Care
Mary & Jim Hanagan
HomeGrown Restaurant Group
Jeanne Jacob & Gerry Frank
John Marshall Bank
Claudia Kostel
Gordon Kromberg
LionHeart Eldercare & Consulting
Richard E. Merritt
Beth & Erik Milito
Planning for Life, Inc.
M. Catharine Puskar
Ruth & Tom Reeder
Dr. Thomas & Norma Roberts
Simpson Development Co., Inc.
Vivek Sinha, MD
Tilden Memory Care & Assisted Living
VHC Health- Senior Health Department
Barbara & Bill Watts
Sheila & Eric Weiss
Carolyn & Roland Wilder
Susan & Allan Winn

 

View the 2025 Gala photos here!