Show of Love Gala 2026
The Split Second Foundation's mission is to deliver comprehensive care, resources, education, and advocacy to those affected by disabilities. On Friday, September 18, they will be hosting their Show of Love Gala at the Fillmore New Orleans located at 6 Canal St.
A ticket to the gala provides guests with an elegant cocktail hour, gala dinner, live entertainment, and an after-party on the second floor of Caesars Hotel to close out the night. The $500 purchase of a ticket not only gives you a chance to dine and enjoy the night with New Orleans' top chefs, acclaimed artists, and civic leaders, but your purchase promotes the mission of Split Second Foundation, which is to provide life-altering support for individuals living with paralysis and mobility impairments.
Companies can also become sponsors for the event. Some sponsors for this year include LCMC Health, Louisiana Healthcare Connections, New Orleans & Company, and the Windsor Court. Co-chairs of this year's gala are Ryan and Stephanie Burks, co-founders and executives at RYCARS Construction, LLC.
The gala gives supporters an opportunity to celebrate that growth while also contributing to helping the foundation continue expanding its services throughout the New Orleans community. Over the past year, the Split Second Foundation has served 221 clients, provided 945 wellness hours, and completed 6,171 fitness hours.
More About the Split Second Foundation & Tickets
While serving as a large fundraising event for the foundation, this year's Show of Love Gala represents an important milestone for Mark Raymond Jr., founder and CEO of the foundation, and the organization he created. This exciting event also marks 10 years after the accident that changed the course of Raymond's life. Mark Raymond Jr. has transformed his experience in a major way, as he transformed it into an organization that is dedicated to helping others living with paralysis and mobility impairments. His movement helps those living with paralysis gain access to fitness, wellness, and community resources.
Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres kick off the night at 6:30 p.m. The gala dinner and program, including live sounds from the Yirmey Yisrael Band, take place from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The afterparty is set to take place after the gala dinner. Get tickets to the Show of Love Gala HERE.
