You are Invited to Our Annual Fundraising Gala

We are delighted to invite you and your family to the Utah Valley Refugees Annual Fundraising Gala on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM, held at Provost Elementary School (629 S 900 E, Provo).

This year’s theme is Resilience, Community, Love, Unity, and Hope, celebrating the strength and stories of refugee families in Utah Valley.

Keynote Speaker:

Gov. Gary Hebert

Keynote Speaker:

Clement Kigugu

Music Performance: Yahosh Bonner

We are honored to have former Utah Governor Gary Herbert and Pastor Clement Kigugu, Executive Director of Overcomers Refugee Services in New Hampshire, as our keynote speakers. The event will also include musical performances by Yahosh Bonner of the Bonner Family and the BYU Rhythm N Soul dance group, refugee stories, dinner, and a silent auction.


This event brings together supporters, partners, and refugee families to raise awareness and support for the vital work we do in helping refugees rebuild their lives in Utah. Join us to celebrate the work we have accomplished together in 2025!

We invite companies, organizations, and individuals to partner with us as event sponsors. To explore sponsorship opportunities and associated benefits, please click the link below to RSVP and view the sponsorship packet and reserve your honorary seat.

Starting November 1st, refugees and other low-income people will lose their SNAP benefits (food stamps) and they will not receive the much-needed support for food assistance. Donate to help us provide assistance to those in need during this hold on government support. You can also help by donating grocery store gift cards!

This holiday season, give the gift of welcoming by donating gifts for a local refugee family. Sign up as an individual, group, or company and be matched with a family in need. Gifts need to be brought to the UVR office by December 19th.