The 2025 Legacy Celebration
Friday, November 7th | 5:30PM | The Olmsted
Honoring Peg & Steve Diebold and Lisa Brendel Ewen
Individual Ticket
$225
About the 2025 Legacy Celebration
Join us for our largest fundraiser of the year on Friday, November 7th, 2025, at The Olmsted. Doors open at 5:30 PM for cocktails, followed by a seated dinner. This unforgettable evening will also include an auction, special guest speakers, and music. All proceeds benefit youth and families served by Boys & Girls Haven, ensuring they receive the support and care they deserve.
This special event honors the philanthropic spirit of Peg Diebold, Steve Diebold, and Lisa Brendel Ewen, with the presentation of the Nicholas X. Simon Altruism Award. Their lives have been distinguished by generosity and compassion, and their legacy continues to inspire & remind us that an individual can change the course of a young person’s life.
About the 2025 Legacy Celebration
Join us for our largest fundraiser of the year on Friday, November 7th, 2025, at The Olmsted. Doors open at 5:30 PM for cocktails, followed by a seated dinner. This unforgettable evening will also include an auction, special guest speakers, and music. All proceeds benefit youth and families served by Boys & Girls Haven, ensuring they receive the support and care they deserve.
This special event honors the philanthropic spirit of Peg Diebold, Steve Diebold, and Lisa Brendel Ewen, with the presentation of the Nicholas X. Simon Altruism Award. Their lives have been distinguished by generosity and compassion, and their legacy continues to inspire & remind us that an individual can change the course of a young person’s life.
Evening Highlights
The evening will feature special guest speaker Nick Marshall, whose life exemplifies resilience and service. Growing up in foster care from infancy and spending more than 20 years in Kentucky’s system, today Nick is an Education Advocate at The Book Works, where he works tirelessly to remove barriers to education for students and families.
Additional highlights include auctioneer Kevin Harned, a beloved local personality and WAVE News Chief Meteorologist, who will bring his trademark energy and enthusiasm to our event. Serving as emcees are a dynamic duo who will guide the evening with warmth and wit: Alex Durham, News Anchor at WLKY, and Kirby Adams, Reporter at the Courier Journal / USA Today Network. Rounding out the celebration is live music from Carly Johnson, Louisville’s own, who always delivers an unforgettable performance.
Evening Highlights
The evening will feature special guest speaker Nick Marshall, whose life exemplifies resilience and service. Growing up in foster care from infancy and spending more than 20 years in Kentucky’s system, today Nick is an Education Advocate at The Book Works, where he works tirelessly to remove barriers to education for students and families.
Additional highlights include auctioneer Kevin Harned, a beloved local personality and WAVE News Chief Meteorologist, who will bring his trademark energy and enthusiasm to our event. Serving as emcees are a dynamic duo who will guide the evening with warmth and wit: Alex Durham, News Anchor at WLKY, and Kirby Adams, Reporter at the Courier Journal / USA Today Network. Rounding out the celebration is live music from Carly Johnson, Louisville’s own, who always delivers an unforgettable performance.
Sponsorship
Sponsoring the 2025 Legacy Celebration offers you a unique occasion to align your brand with an elegant and sophisticated event, while at the same time supporting a non-profit that is a catalyst for transformative change. Your organization will gain significant visibility among influential leaders and philanthropists, showcasing your commitment to social responsibility and community support. Additionally, sponsors receive complimentary tickets, marketing opportunities, and formal brand recognition. Our goal is to raise $500,000 to transform the lives of the youth we serve, and you can help!
“Supporting this event means supporting foster children and I’m incredibly proud to be a part of that.” – Emily
