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THE HEART OF INSPIRE
10 Years of Impact
Empowering Young Men. Strengthening Fathers. Building Futures.
10
Years of Service
120+
Young Men Impacted
50+
Young Fathers Supported
Through mentoring, fatherhood empowerment, leadership development, and community engagement, INSPIRE continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young men, young fathers, and families.
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Together, we're celebrating a decade of impact while building a stronger future for the next generation.
HONORING THOSE WHO HELPED CARRY THE VISION
Our INSPIRED Champions
Celebrating the generosity, commitment, and partnerships that have helped INSPIRE make a lasting difference.
Kimberly Kessis
Community Voice Champion
Honoring a valued community connection whose support through radio has helped amplify INSPIRE's mission and bring its message of hope and empowerment to the community.
Misty Smith
Faithful Community Champion
Honoring a valued friend of INSPIRE whose continued connection and support reflect the relationships that have helped sustain the organization's vision and community impact.
Healthy Start
Fatherhood Empowerment Champion
Honoring a valued funding partner whose investment in INSPIRE's T.E.A.M. Dad program helps empower fathers, strengthen families, and build a foundation for lasting community impact.
Shayla Naturally
Generosity in Action Champion
Honoring a faithful supporter since INSPIRE's beginning, whose financial generosity and donated products have helped encourage, uplift, and create meaningful experiences for those INSPIRE serves.
Tom & Diane Williamson
Hospitality & Community Champion
Honoring the owners of Courtyard by Marriott and Hampton Inn in Cocoa Beach, whose generosity, hospitality, and community commitment have helped set the stage for celebrating ten years of vision, service, and community impact.
Thriving Virtually LLC
Vision & Service Champion
Honoring a partner since INSPIRE's beginning, generously investing time, talent, and expertise through creative, digital, and organizational support to transform vision into reality and advance its mission of community impact.
“Inspired by those who have helped carry the vision?
Now it's your turn to be part of the celebration!”
YOU'RE INVITED!
Be Part of the Celebration
Join us for an unforgettable evening of dinner, live music, dancing, special recognition, and inspiring stories as we celebrate ten years of impact!
Please note: Gift a Seat of Impact sponsors another guest and does not include admission for the purchaser.
PLAN YOUR EVENING
Gala Location & Event Details
When
Friday, December 4, 2026
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Where
Courtyard by Marriott Cocoa Beach Cape Canaveral
3435 N. Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Join us for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and community impact!​
Questions About the Gala?
We're happy to help with tickets, event information, and partnership opportunities.
Barbara Lucy, Founder & CEO
813-720-4044
barbaralucy@inspireindependence.org
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