UnGala Rooted in Hope: Farm-to-Table Dinner Series

When communities come together, hope grows. 

This summer, Lines for Life is reimagining fundraising with the UnGala Rooted in Hope: Farm-to-Table Dinner, presented by Oregon Rises Above Hate. Three intimate farm-to-table dinners under the giant oak tree at Topaz Farm on Sauvie Island.

Strip away the formality. Focus on what matters, community, connection, and supporting the work that saves lives. 

Picture this: a warm summer evening underneath a giant oak tree. Fresh food from the farm prepared by renowned chefs Christian and Janelle Ephrem — a duo whose combined resume spans Michelin-starred kitchens, the Las Vegas Strip, and Oregon’s wine country, all brought together for one unforgettable evening. Exceptional wine from Kristof Farms, a family farm in the hills outside Yamhill known for producing critically acclaimed Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Rosé from its Willamette Valley vineyard since converting from a century-old cherry orchard just a few years ago. And real conversations about the work that matters. 

This is what a fundraiser looks like when it’s rooted in hope. 

“Our goal with the UnGala is to strip away the formality of a big fancy gala and instead break bread together, with a focus on community, connection, and real conversations about the work that matters.” CEO of Lines for Life Dwight Holton  

Lines for Life’s Rooted in Hope Dinners are made possible thanks to Oregon Rises Above Hate and Anne Naito.

Choose your date:

Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, 6:00-9:00 p.m.