Thank You for an Unforgettable Night of PROMise

The Beyond Boundaries community came together for a magical evening on October 3 for our 2026 Bonfire Gala, A Night of PROMise. We laughed, danced, celebrated, and raised critical support to help more people experience inclusive and accessible outdoor adventures throughout Virginia.

We are filled with gratitude for everyone who made the evening so special: our generous donors, sponsors, guests, volunteers, participants, honorary co chairs Dr. Joe and April Niamtu, and everyone who helped bring the gala to life. Your generosity, enthusiasm, and belief in our mission mean so much to us.

Each year, the Bonfire Gala is more than an evening of friendship, music, food, and celebration. It is a reminder of what is possible when a community comes together around the belief that adventure should be accessible to everyone. Because of your support, youth and adults can build confidence, form meaningful relationships, discover new abilities, and experience the joy of being fully included in outdoor recreation.

View photos from A Night of PROMise.

Thank you for helping us continue to create adventures and life changing experiences for the people we serve. We are so grateful to have you as part of the Beyond Boundaries community.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your support, generosity, and commitment to helping us push Beyond Boundaries forward.

— Shep