Ranken Jordan's Beyond Gala 2025

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Presented by our Partner in Play Lesley Shekelton

Together We Shine: A Night for Hope & Healing

Join us for an evening under the stars as we come together to raise crucial funds for the Hospital. Our hope is to not only support these children while they’re at Ranken Jordan but also support the children and their families after discharge. Families of children with complex medical needs must have extraordinary support. By developing and expanding new programs, the community can wrap healing and support around this vulnerable population.

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Event Details

Saturday, September 27, 2025
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The Ritz Carlton – St. Louis, 100 Carondelet Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63105

As a sponsor or an attendee, you’re making a tremendous impact on the lives of our patients. You’re funding innovative and life-changing care, community programs, much needed equipment and more. As you smile and laugh on September 27th, know that children at Ranken Jordan are smiling and laughing because of you.

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Room Blocks

Reservations made through Marriot (link below)
Cut-off Date – Wednesday August 27, 2025
Guests responsible for Room and Tax charges.

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Schedule of Events

6:00 PM Cocktails and Hors D’oeuvres

7:00 PM Dinner program and auctions

9:00 PM After party featuring DJ Rico Steez

Meet Our Gala Chair

Lesley Shekelton

Lesley Shekelton is delighted to be chairing the 2025 Gala, Together We Shine: A Night for Hope and Healing. Lesley serves on the Friends of Ranken Jordan Advisory Board and has become a champion for the mission. She supports every event and opportunity to make a difference for the patients and their families. She is a passionate volunteer and community leader, serving on boards for other wonderful nonprofits in the region like Missouri Baptist Hospital, Second Chance Ranch, Pink Ribbon Good and Baking Memories 4Kids.

This year, Lesley is helping us reach for the stars to innovate to find new ways to support Ranken Jordan families. She believes that TOGETHER we can make a huge difference for these families if we Shine a Light on their incredible stories. Lesley shares her deepest gratitude to all who have sponsored and supported the Gala this year, and hopes you enjoy this inspiring evening of Hope and Healing!