Annual Gala 2026 - Unmasking Compassion
Join us in celebrating the 6th Annual Gunnison Valley Health Foundation Gala.
When:
- Friday, August 7
- 5-10 PM
Where:
- Center for the Arts - 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, Colorado
An exciting live auction will support Our Valley, Our Health - sustaining rural healthcare and ensuring exceptional care close to home.
Enjoy live music and an elegant four-course dinner, meticulously prepared by Alpen Chef Christoph Peherstorfer
If you or your organization would like to become a sponsor, contact Tammy Scott, tscott@gvh-colorado.org or call 970-642-8406.
2026 Gala Special Recognition
Dr. Blanchet is a board-certified physician specializing in oncology, dedicated
to the care and treatment of patients with cancer. She earned her bachelor’s
degree in psychology and statistics from Indiana University, followed
by her medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine.
She then completed her residency in internal medicine and a fellowship
in hematology and oncology at Louisiana State University Medical Center.
Prior to relocating to Gunnison, Dr. Blanchet spent many years in private
practice in her hometown, building a career grounded in compassionate,
patient-centered care. After her distinguished tenure at Gunnison Valley
Health, Dr. Blanchet will be retiring this summer, leaving behind a legacy
of exceptional care and deep compassion for her patients and colleagues
alike. Her impact on this community is profound, and we are honored and
thrilled to celebrate her and her contributions at our annual gala.
Gala Planning Committee
- Stephanie Prater, Princess Productions
- Kristin Anderson
- Annie Amrich
- Kathy Barnhart
- Jenny Birnie
- Carlie Kenton
- Laurel Komarny
- Megan Mensing
- Katie Schofield
- Tammy Scott
Gala Host Committee
- Jason and Annie Amrich
- Dr. Kenny and Kristin Anderson
- Dr. Clif and Kathy Barnhart
- Dr. Gloria Beim and Eric Klemme
- Jack and Mary Blake
- Dr. Brooke Bredbeck and Adrian Larson
- Lindi and Scott Campbell
- Marla and Bruce Crockett
- Maggie Dethloff
- Dr. Jef and Jenny Field
- Dr. Lorane Gibans
- Dr. Jason and Sara Hogan
- Dr. Bill Gattis
- Dr. Mark and Sarah Kaufman
- Kathryn and Luke Kissam
- Laurel and Philip Komarny
- Dr. Shay Krier
- Dr. Sara Kruger Johnson
- Dr. Augustine Lee
- Dr. Jeremy Levin and Margery Feldberg
- Kathy and Jim MacAllister
- Carol Ann May and Jim Saindon
- Stephens and Leigh Mundy
- John and Katie Osborne
- Dr. Stephanie Porter
- Dr. Nicholas and Noelle Poulos
- Katie and Scott Schofield
- John and Terri Succo
- Bill and Suzanne Sullivan
- Dr. Megan Trzaskoma
- Dr. Megan and Brian Tucker
- Dr. Laura and Michael Villanueva
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