Our Harvest of Hope Gala was unforgettable—so much love, energy, and sparkle! The theme this year was Diamonds and Denim, and the outfits did not disappoint.
Huge thanks to our co-chair, Heather Trammell. Heather is not only a CF mom but also a source of wisdom and support in our community. She did an amazing job organizing the Gala and has already committed to leading again in 2026. Heather and her husband Chris (who, fun fact, is now best friends with Joe Bonnell) bring so much heart to our mission.
We were also grateful to have Tara Fahrner with us. Tara is a CF mom to 2½-year-old Beau, who was diagnosed at birth through newborn screening. Tara describes the diagnosis as a shock, but she’s thankful for the strong CF community that has surrounded her family. She and Heather both serve on the Quality Improvement Team at the University of Michigan as well as our Advisory Board.
And a big shout-out to Dave Ingraham, who traveled three hours from Lake City, Michigan, to be at the Gala. Dave’s truck is wrapped with The Bonnell Foundation logo and QR code, and he drives it in parades to spread awareness. He’s fully embraced his granddaughter Briar Lynn’s journey with CF, supporting both her and his daughter, a single mom. His dedication is inspiring.
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