A Venetian Masquerade

Guests stepped into a world of enchantment at PAF’s 24th A Promise of Hope Affair – A Venetian Masquerade, held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the Newport News Marriott at City Center. Cloaked in masks and inspired by the romance of Venice, the evening transported 350 attendees into a setting filled with grandeur, intrigue, and warm candlelit charm. From the moment guests arrived, they were immersed in the magic of the masquerade—whether mingling beneath elegant décor, dancing in the ballroom, or testing their luck at the mock-casino tables.

The night featured an elegant dinner, lively music, and spirited dancing, alongside a dazzling silent auction and an exciting live paddle raise. Every element of the event was thoughtfully curated to reflect the mystery and splendor of Venice while fostering moments of connection, celebration, and generosity.

Most importantly, the evening raised vital support for PAF’s Scholarship for Survivors’ 25th Anniversary and PAF’s Case Management Services, helping extend hope and resources to survivors across the country. A Venetian Masquerade was more than an unforgettable night—it was a powerful reminder of what we can achieve together when compassion and celebration unite.

For tickets or sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 A Promise of Hope, email events@patientadvocate.org

PAF’s Case Management program was designed to help patients access care and treatment recommended by their physicians. PAF is the largest comprehensive safety-net charity in the country and remains committed to offering financial support, access to care, and social needs navigation. We can help with:

• Reducing financial burden with charitable and community resources
  
• Enroll in health insurance, disability, and social programs
  
• Navigate insurance denials, appeal support, and coding/billing issues

In 2000, PAF established the Scholarship for Survivors program to offer educational scholarships to students who have battled or are currently battling cancer or chronic illnesses. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and supporters, PAF is now supporting 40 college students. Despite their diagnoses, these students have excelled academically, served their communities, and pursued higher education. Each student receives $3,000 annually, up to $12,000 for a 4-year degree, and up to $6,000 for a Graduate or Ph.D. degree in fields as varied as education, medicine, advocacy, law, and environmental science to name a few. Over the past 25 years, PAF has awarded 235 scholarships, totaling over $1 million.

Can’t join us? Donate and learn more about Scholarship for Survivors.
They haven’t let cancer or chronic illness derail them, and with your help, we won’t either!

You’re invited to explore student highlights and hear messages from our newest awardees: https://my.visme.co/view/vdzvw8ed-2025-2026-recipients-patient-advocate-foundation-scholarship-for-survivors

To view or download a copy of PAF’s 2024 Annual Impact Report
https://www.patientadvocate.org/download-view/2024-annual-impact-report/

Patient Advocate Foundation, was established in 1996 as a national 501(c) 3 organization with a mission of “safeguarding patients through effective mediation assuring access to care, maintenance of employment and preservation of their financial stability.”  PAF serves as an active liaison between the patient and their insurer, employer and/or creditors to resolve insurance, job retention, and/or debt crisis matters relative to their diagnosis through case managers, doctors and health care attorneys.