Hope and Healing’s Gala - Hope and Healing International

Experience the life-changing power of hope and healing in the lives of children with clubfoot!

Hope and Healing International invites you to an evening of celebration and inspiration –
A Night of Hope and Healing… so kids with clubfoot can run free.

This formal evening gala includes an inspiring program hosted by Melinda Estabrooks, a dynamic keynote address by Michael “Pinball” Clemons, special musical performances, three-course dinner, and a curated silent auction.

All proceeds will go toward helping kids with clubfoot in Cameroon walk, play, run free.

Event
Details

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Location: The Symes – 150 Symes Rd, Toronto, ON M6N 0B1

Time: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
RSVP by March 25, 2026

Evening
Program

Hour: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Live Instrumental Music
Signature Drinks & Hors D’œuvres

Silent Auction Open
Meet and Greet with Hope and Healing Leadership, Board, Medical Advisors

Dinner Reception – 6:00 pm-9:00 pm

Live Music
3-Course Dinner
Special Guest Speeches
Silent Auction

Featured Guests

Keynote Speaker – Michael “Pinball” Clemons

Michael “Pinball” Clemons is an American-Canadian sports executive and former running back for the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He is considered by many to be one of the greatest and most popular professional athletes in the history of Toronto. Today, he serves as general manager for the Toronto Argonauts. Michael is a friend of Hope and Healing and has had the privilege of meeting some of the courageous children whose lives have been transformed, thanks to generous Canadians!

Melinda Estabrooks

Melinda Estabrooks is the Creator, Host, and Executive Producer of the Canadian Women’s Talk show, See Hear Love. Launched in 2016, See Hear Love values belonging, storytelling, courage, authenticity, inclusion, and faith in Jesus. For over 25 years, Melinda has worked in Broadcasting, Journalism, PR and Marketing, Leadership Facilitation, Advocacy, and Fundraising. Melinda is a dynamic Conference and Event Speaker, speaking across Canada and around the world sharing her personal story of hope, redemption, and adoption.

Global Clubfoot Expert – Dr. Norgrove Penny

Dr. Norgrove Penny pioneered Ponseti clubfoot treatment in Africa and is regarded as a global expert on clubfoot and children’s orthopaedic surgery. As a children’s orthopaedic surgeon, he spent many years of his career providing medical care to children in low-income countries with a focus in Uganda. Dr. Penny has trained countless surgeons and helped develop sustainable systems of care for children with physical impairments in low-income countries.

Cameroon Lead Surgeon – Dr. Henry Ndasi

Dr. Henry Ndasi is an Orthopaedic and General Surgeon with Hope and Healing’s partner, Cameroon Baptist Convention Health Services. With his extensive career and expertise, Dr. Ndasi supervises Hope and Healing’s clubfoot program and is involved in training other orthopaedic surgeons. He believes that this work isn’t just surgery or medical care – it’s a ministry that makes a difference in children’s lives.

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The Mission:
More children born with clubfoot running free

Hope and Healing’s inaugural gala is designed to bring together compassionate individuals who believe every child deserves the chance to walk, run, and thrive — free from the pain of clubfoot. This gala will raise critical funds to provide clubfoot treatment to children in Cameroon who are still waiting for medical care. Through powerful eyewitness storytelling, global clubfoot experts in the field, and real moments captured on the ground, you’ll witness the incredible work of our local partner and meet the children who can now run free with confidence, dignity, and hope.

Secure Your Seat Today

Please RSVP by visiting
hopeandhealing.org/RSVP or calling 1.800.567.2264 before March 25, 2026.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the gala, making a leadership gift, or if you have any other questions, please contact our Gala team at [email protected] or call us at 1.800.567.2264

Can’t Attend the Gala?

Your presence will be deeply missed. However, you can still make a life-changing impact in the lives of children living with clubfoot in Cameroon.