Mardi Gras Gala

February 17, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Sagamore Pendry Baltimore
1715 Thames St, Baltimore, MD 21231

Apply code EARLYBIRD for $25 off until Wed. Nov. 26

Unmasking Strength. Celebrating HER.
Resilience. Renewal. Revelry.
Masks, Music, and the Power of HER.
Masks Off. Power On.

Laissez les bons temps rouler (Let the good times roll)…

This year, HER Resiliency Center marks a decade of impact – ten years of standing beside young women in Baltimore as they face life’s hardest challenges and begin to shape new futures.

To honor this milestone, we are thrilled to host our first annual Mardi Gras Gala on February 17, 2026, at the Pendry Baltimore – where we will shine a well-deserved spotlight on the resilience of the young women we serve and the vital role of our community partners. With New Orleans cuisine, festive entertainment, and a spirit of celebration, the Gala is sure to be a night to remember.

But the true spirit of the evening is not the beads, the masks, or the games – it is the young women who, with your help, are able to take the courageous steps to reclaim their lives and futures. Women who have endured homelessness, exploitation, or trauma but refuse to give up on themselves.

Thanks to your unwavering support, HER Resiliency Center has empowered over 3,750 young women in the last ten years. Through mentorship, safe spaces, and practical tools, participants have found strength, hope, and a renewed sense of purpose. Many have gone on to become graduates, professionals, and leaders – proof that when we choose to invest in potential, we can rewrite futures.

Come join us in this celebration of community and resilience, as we honor the strength and spirit
of those rebuilding their lives.

Resilient Women. Stronger Communities.

For ten years, HER Resiliency Center has been a lifeline for young women in Baltimore. We believe in second chances. We believe in healing from trauma. We believe in independence, not just survival. And we believe that when a young woman finds her voice, she has the power to change her world.

Each year, thousands of young women in our city face overwhelming challenges—homelessness, exploitation, trauma, or barriers to education and employment. At HER, we walk beside them with mentorship, safe spaces, and the tools to rebuild. Together, we’ve empowered more than 3,750 women to find strength, hope, and a new path forward.

This year marks a decade of HER’s impact, and our first-ever Mardi Gras Gala is more than a night of celebration—it’s a movement powered by community, compassion, and resilience. And we need you with us.

Why Your Support Matters

A safe space is more than a room.

It’s where a young woman finds trust after trauma. It’s where she can speak without fear, ask for help without judgment, and begin to dream again. 

Mentorship is more than advice.
It’s someone walking beside her—helping her navigate life’s challenges, make decisions with confidence, and discover her own strength. 

Empowerment is more than a word.
It’s healing through trauma-informed care. It’s building financial literacy and career readiness. It’s creating a community of women who lift each other up and prove that resilience is contagious. 

Your support ensures that when a young woman walks through our doors, she finds not just services, but a community that believes in her.

This Year’s Call to Action

As we celebrate 10 years of HER, we are looking ahead to the next decade—one where every young woman in Baltimore has the resources, support, and belief she needs to thrive.

When you purchase a ticket or become a sponsor, you’re not just attending a Gala—you’re investing in:

• A survivor’s journey from trauma to triumph

   

• A young woman’s path to education, employment, and independence

   

• A stronger Baltimore, built on the resilience of its women 

Celebrate With Purpose

This unforgettable evening will feature:

🎭 New Orleans-inspired cuisine, cocktails & entertainment
🎶 Live music and festive Mardi Gras spirit
🌟 Stories of resilience from the women we serve
💜 A chance to invest in HER’s next decade of impact

Dress Code: Semi-formal, with Mardi Gras flair encouraged

Join us at the Mardi Gras Gala on February 17, 2026, at the Pendry Baltimore. Together, let’s honor a decade of HER while opening doors for the women who will shape the future of resilience in our city.