A Toast To Fathers Gala, $474K+

Because of your support, our 2025 A Toast to Fathers gala dinner – celebrating 27 years – was an overwhelming success! Our goal was $300K and we exceeded that, unlocking an anonymous $100K challenge grant! Gala Chair and Board Member Jennifer Cunnane and her dedicated efforts helped us raise a record-breaking $474K+!

Loyal supporter and past Board Member Jennifer Belmont Jennings raised over $64K during Fund A Need! The outpouring of support from the St. Louis community is simply inspiring. Special thanks to KMOV News Anchor, David Amelotti who served as MC and kept the program lively and engaging.

Over 330 guests at the Ritz Carlton St. Louis enjoyed a powerful program, highlighting Father of The Year Zakkiy Johnson and Second Chance Father Shawn Hall-Bey, who both went above and beyond to be in the lives of their children, utilizing FFSC’s programs and staying the course until their families were united.

This year’s Doris Stoehner Founding President’s Award went to long-time supporter and Board Member Sandy Nardulli in recognition of her dedicated efforts and on-going generosity.

Thank you again for all you do for St. Louis and Fathers & Families Support Center. Because of your support, FFSC will carry on our Founder Halbert Sullivan’s legacy, adding to nearly 22,000 fathers who were supported on their journey to responsible fatherhood, positively impacting over 53,000 sons and daughters.

Together, we’re making a difference for children, families and our communities.

Link to pictures HERE!