One family's diagnosis. A community's mission. Over $2.8 million raised.
The Cure FA Soirée team
proudly announces
The 2026 Soirée sent
$620,000 to FARA!
50 people with FA attended from 21 states and Manitoba, Canada
2026 Cure FA Soirée FAer attendees
400+ people attended
Livestream watched in 13 states, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Greece, and the Netherlands
10th Annual Cure FA Soirée
Saturday, June 5, 2027
Omni Hotel · Oklahoma City
Doors open at 5:30 pm · Program starts at 6 pm
Recap: The 9th Annual Cure FA Soirée in Oklahoma City
Written by Sam Dupre and Brittany Sommerfield
The Omni Oklahoma City Hotel came alive on Saturday, June 13, 2026, as more than 400 guests from across the globe gathered for the 9th Annual Cure FA Soirée. Hosted by the Gehr family in partnership with FARA, this inspiring evening of connection and celebration raised vital funds for Friedreich’s ataxia research while deepening the bonds of a resilient global community. Read more.
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A brief intro to but a few FAers who attended our 2025 Soirée.
Soirée Stories in the News:
The Oklahoman (newspaper)
We appreciate all of the coverage from our local media outlets!
the Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance
9 Soirées: $2.8 million to FARA!
2026 SPONSORS
Pioneer Sponsor
diamond sponsors
platinum sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
bronze sponsors
Carson Wealth
The Ceresa Family
Gary & Michelle Chilton
Ken Jeck & Carlos Caballero
Kendra Scott | Edmond Spring Creek
Julie & Roger Gates
The Magnuson Family
The Maugee Family
Phillips Murrah
Mrs. Amy Provines, In Memoriam of Colonel (Ret., USAF) James Provines
Colonel (Ret., USAF) Robert W. & Mrs. Sharon Provines
Stephen & Loretta Provines
Solid Biosciences
Universal Fidelity Life Insurance