The 2026 HOPE Gala — a night to remember!
Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored, and supported this year's HOPE Gala. The night was a true example of people coming together for one reason: protecting children.
The National Center for Mission & Exploited Children (NCMEC)’s signature fundraising event is more than a night of celebration—the HOPE Gala is a powerful call to action for children.
The HOPE Gala raises critical funds that go directly toward finding missing children and protecting kids from exploitation. But the momentum doesn't stop there. If you weren't able to join us or want to help NCMEC continue its vital work, please consider donating today to help bring us closer to a world where every child is safe.
SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday, September 15th
National Portrait Gallery
8th St NW & G St NW
Washington, DC 20001
Make a Gift. Change a Life.
Whether or not you are able to attend, you can always be part of NCMEC's mission.
Every donation—no matter the amount—helps us continue to fight to protect children, creating vital resources for them and the people who keep them safe.
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
About the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)
At NCMEC, our teams work around the clock—responding to urgent reports, supporting families in crisis, and helping bring children home safely. We partner with families, private industry, law enforcement, and communities to find missing children, stop child sexual exploitation, and prevent child victimization.
This work never stops. And neither can we.
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NCMEC holds a perfect 100% four star rating on Charity Navigator, a gold seal of excellence from America's Best Charities, and a top charity rating from the Better Business Bureau, among several other awards and recognitions. Over 92 cents of every dollar raised goes towards NCMEC's programs and services. When you give to NCMEC, you can rest assured that your donation helps to find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation, and prevent child victimization.