Children’s Cancer Fund’s A Knight to Remember Gala A Sell-Out Event

By Cynthia Smoot       Photography by Tamytha Cameron

THE SETTING: The 2024 Children’s Cancer Fund’s A Knight to Remember gala, hosted at the Hilton Anatole and presented by Emberli Pridham’s A Real Life Fairy Tale, captivated attendees with its medieval theme. This magical evening of chivalry and hope united the gallant knights and dames of the gracious supporters who raised vital funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research in an enchantingly noble cause.

THE STYLE: Honorary chairs Troy Aikman and Dak Prescott, alongside Tony Romo, Kathy Hilton, Nicky Hilton, Stacey Bendet, Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia, and more personalities, united at the gala. In fact, Aikman’s 25-year commitment and Prescott’s second term as chair highlighted the event. Fashion met philanthropy as patients aged 6-17 showcased their bravery in a moving fashion show, with NBC 5’s Meredith Land as the host. Plenty of VIP moments, auctions, and a heartwarming dinner rounded out this inspiring evening.

THE PURPOSE: The sold-out gala garnered remarkable generosity, raising $2.7 million for pediatric cancer research and treatment at Children’s HealthSM and UT Southwestern. The Children’s Cancer Fund establishes crucial endowments to enable substantial funds to be dedicated toward essential research and Child Life services. As a top fundraising entity, CCF significantly advances local research in childhood cancer treatment and prevention, profoundly impacting young lives.