From the very beginning SOAR! has held Gala Dinners in cities around the country as an opportunity to honor and express appreciation for the genuine generosity and goodness of individuals who have made a difference in the lives of others. Over the years dinners have been held in Chicago, Illinois; Los Angeles, La Jolla, Garden Grove, Orange County, and San Francisco, California; New York, New York; and Washington, DC.

The Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton award is given to individuals and couples who have distinguished themselves through the sharing of their leadership and generosity in the spirit of the Saint Elizabeth Seton.

Of special note is that in 1993 Denise Hattler established the Father Victor Yanitelli, S.J. Award given at the New York dinners to religious for outstanding work in their ministries. Each person that we have honored is recognized for a persona that inspirits and empowers others. All have outstanding gifts of grace as searchers of truths in writings; compassionate caregivers; or advocates in the pursuit of quality education, the appreciation of the arts, or social causes.

Click here to see a listing of our esteemed honorees over the years.

Click here for information about our Upcoming Gala Dinners in New York and Washington, DC