A Night of Hope: Where Stars and Stories Shine

Join us on Thursday, April 30, from 5:30 to 8:30PM

for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, community, and life-changing impact.

Location of the Event:

Heavenly Oaks

20100 Rancho Cielo Court

Lago Vista, Texas 78645

Live Music by The Brew

The Brew is an electrifying jazz-fusion band from Austin, fronted by self-taught guitarist Michael Rodriguez and featuring his brothers on bass, percussion, and drums. Originally formed in the 1970s and relocated to Austin in the early 1980s, they’ve become a beloved local act. Their music blends smooth jazz, rock, flamenco, and Latin-jazz—infused with melodic flair and rhythmic energy—and highlighted in albums like In the Beginning, Rio Vista, Latin Brew, and Rumba Caliente.

Guests will enjoy an elegant station-style dinner featuring two entrée options, sides, and salad, catered by Alfred’s Catering. With over 30 years of experience in the Austin area, Alfred and his team are known for their exceptional service, professionalism, and beautifully crafted events.

Desserts by Southern Yum

Master of Ceremonies - Tripp Henderson

Tripp Henderson is graduating in the top 5% of his class at LVHS this year and plans to attend Baylor University or the University of Texas in the next stage of his life. He played quarterback at LVHS as a three-year starter and received several accolades, including All-State Academic honors, two-time Team Captain, the Viking Heart Award, and two-time All-District recognition.

Tripp was elected Speaker of the House at Texas Boys State and selected as a Boys Nation alternate. He competes in UIL Academics, coaches Special Olympics sports, participates in the high school’s P.A.L.S. program, and serves in the National Honor Society.

In his free time, Tripp enjoys fly fishing with his two best friends, traveling, camping, sailing, spending time with friends at the lake, and being with his family. He is most notably known for being Denny’s son and River’s brother.

Keynote Speaker - Tim Hawks, Christ Together (www.christtogether.org)

After over 40 years in pastoral ministry with 35 years as the Lead Pastor of Hill Country Bible Church in Austin, Texas, Tim continues to give his life to the vision of Acts 1:8, mobilizing and collaborating with gospel saturation and disciple-making movements to saturate our city, our nation, and our world with the good news of Jesus. While at Hill Country, by God’s grace and provision, they formed the Association of Hill Country Churches, which has collectively planted 42 churches in the Greater Austin area. Tim was instrumental in founding and currently serves on the city and national boards of Christ Together, a city and national cooperative movement of churches and kingdom leaders, unifying churches to saturate their cities with the gospel. Tim also serves on the board of Via Nations with the vision of reaching the nations through the nations, catalyzing sending movements within non-Western countries with significant Christian populations.

A graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary (ThM), Tim and his wife, Cindy, have been married for 41 years and have five adult children and six grandchildren, with two more on the way. As a couple, they are personally committed to saturating Greater Austin and beyond with the love of Jesus – loving and serving their neighbors, building strong community, and making disciples who make disciples.

Silent & Live Auction Details

Get ready for an exciting live and silent auction, featuring exclusive items and one-of-a-kind experiences. Guests can browse and place bids during the silent auction at their own pace, then feel the energy rise during the live auction as friendly competition takes center stage. It’s your chance to take home something special while supporting a great cause.

Silent Auction Page

Live Auction Page

Auctioneer - Augustus Priest

Augustus graduated from the Texas Auction Academy and has been in the auction business for over a decade. He is from Salado Texas and now resides in Austin Texas. He works as a professional auctioneer in the auto auction industry as well as a professional auctioneer for multiple charities, fundraisers, and other organizations in the gala and benefit auction world, with over 10 million raised. He has a passion for giving back to the community and breaking records for charity organizations nation wide.

Thank y’all for allowing me to be a part of tonight‘s event!

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Special Thanks to the Following Sponsors

Premier Sponsor

Heavenly Oaks

Presenting Sponsor

Charles & Elizabeth Schroeder

Opportunity Sponsors

Rich & Jill Piasecki

Glenn & Cathryn Chiappe

Promise Sponsors

Tim & JoAnn Barmettler

Stephen & Kelly McDaniel

Friends of The Hope Center

Erin & Scott Rader

Encouragement Sponsors

Bob & Judy Lawrence

Jan Vanderford

Forrest and Cathryn Parsons

Josh & Carie Keeney

Pedro & Laura Celis

Friends of The Hope Center

Joy Community Group

The Northlake Hope Center exists to bring hope, health, and healing to every neighbor on the North Shore. When families face crisis, when children need stability, when seniors are isolated, and when a community is shaken by sudden loss - the Hope Center stands in the gap. Every day, our team and volunteers walk alongside people in need with practical help, compassionate care, and a commitment to restore dignity and strengthen families.

This past year, our community has experienced extraordinary challenges - and extraordinary hope. We have provided food, financial support, counseling, medical care, and essential resources to hundreds of families. We have equipped parents, served single mothers, supported children in crisis, and partnered with local schools, churches, and organizations to meet the needs of our neighbors with excellence and compassion.

And when tragedy struck Sandy Creek and several families lost nearly everything in a devastating flood, the Hope Center was there. Within hours, the community rallied around them - and because of supporters like you, we were able to provide emergency assistance, supplies, meals, cleanup crews, home repair teams, and ongoing support as these families rebuild their lives. Their recovery is not just a story of resilience… it is a story of what happens when a community chooses to love its neighbors well.

Your partnership makes this possible.

A Night of Hope is more than a fundraising event - it is the foundation that allows us to continue responding to crises, expanding our services, and meeting rising needs across the North Shore. When you sponsor this event, you are investing directly in families who are hurting, children who need care, seniors who need support, and neighbors who simply need someone to show up.

Your generosity changes lives.

Your sponsorship strengthens our community.

Your support makes hope visible.

Below you will find our updated 2026 sponsorship levels. Thank you for considering a meaningful investment in the mission of the Northlake Hope Center.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Join us in making an eternal impact by becoming a sponsor for A Night of Hope.
Your partnership helps us bring hope and transformation to our community through the Northlake Hope Center.