Gala Information
Date: November 21st, 2026
Time: 4pm Cocktail Hour, 6pm Dinner
Attire: Cowboy Black Tie
Purpose: To help raise funds for ongoing support of mental health in rural communities through our Porch Light Rural Resilience Fund in connection with National Farmers Mental Health Alliance.
Where: Olds Regional Exhibition (Cow Palace)
5116 - 54 Street, Olds, AB
Theme:
Connect. Cultivate. Celebrate.
Connect
Connect with farmers, ranchers, agricultural families, community leaders, supporters, and
friends who believe no one in our rural communities should have to face mental health
challenges alone.
Cultivate
Cultivate meaningful conversations, stronger connections, and greater access to mental health
support for the people who feed and sustain our communities.
Celebrate
Proven outcomes that speak for themselves and make a meaningful difference for your business.
Past Gala Keynote Speakers
1st Annual - Brett Gardiner
Brett Gardiner strongly advocates for mental health and wellness, having become one of the most sought-after speakers and consultants in mental performance and motivation. He speaks through his own experiences working to inspire and educate others to help them live their
very best life.
From the generous donations made during our fundraiser, we raised $20,000 in support of AgKnow, an Alberta Farm Mental Health Network. AgKnow can continue with their much-needed program of free therapy sessions for those in the agricultural community.
2nd Annual - Lesley Kelly
"My hope is by spreading seeds of love, light and laughter, I can help brighten another’s day and lift hearts and spirits in our rural communities and across the agriculture industry."
-Lesley Kelly
From continuous generosity we raised $15,000 for the Do More Agriculture Foundation co-founded by Lesley whose mission is to break barriers and create a culture where all producers are encouraged, empowered and supported to take care of their mental well-being. AND $10,000 to AgKnow to continue providing free therapy sessions.