Welcome to Didlake’s 60th Anniversary Gala
Bridging Decades, Building Futures
Saturday, November 8, 2025
6:00–10:00 PM
Crystal View
Fairfax, Virginia
Order of Events
6:00 PM – Welcome Reception
7:00 PM – Transition to Ballroom
7:20 PM – Gala Program
Emceed by Simone De Alba, WUSA9
Welcome – Paul Gravley, CEO, Didlake, Inc
A Look Back: 60 Years of Didlake – Video
Recognition of Our Generous Partners
7:35 PM – Foundation Reflections
Kelsey DeWispelaere, Executive Director
A vision for inclusion, opportunity, and community
7:40 PM – Dinner Service
8:00 PM – Honoring Our Legacy
2025 Community Impact Honorees: Rex & Gina Parr
8:15 PM – Stories of Impact
Featuring Brandon – A Didlake Success Story
8:20 PM – Raise the Wand for Inclusion
Hosted by Lee Laws, Auctioneer
Light up the room with generosity – give via QR code
8:30 PM – Champagne Toast & Gratitude
8:45 PM – The Celebration Continues
Dancing with DJ Hercules, dessert & coffee
Legacy Lounge open with photo booths & open bar
10:00 PM – Farewell
Thank you for 60 years of impact – Bridging Decades, Building Futures
Thank You, Sponsors!
Each decade a new facet of a shared vision: to create opportunity, advance inclusion, and build community that shines for all.
With heartfelt appreciation, The Didlake Foundation thanks every guest, sponsor, and partner who made this celebration possible. Your support ensures that people of all abilities continue to thrive through meaningful employment, lifelong learning, and vibrant community connections.
Bridging Decades, Building Futures.