Great Scott! You’re invited

Join us and our vibrant community of supporters gathered to celebrate and elevate our mission as we - go back to the future!

NEW DATE Saturday, November 23rd, 2024, 5-9 PM
Sheraton Orlando North Hotel
600 N Lake Destiny Rd, Maitland, FL

The evening kicks off with cocktails at 5 PM, followed by dinner and the program at 6:30 PM. Dress in cocktail attire with an optional 80s flair!

Enjoy complimentary parking, dinner, and free self-parking. Get ready for an unforgettable night of mission-driven fun!

Dave’s House Party is our most anticipated fundraiser of the year! Join us in celebrating 15 incredible years of service and making a difference in the lives of adults with serious mental illness. Your support and participation are vital to our mission’s continued success.

  • Get 'em while you can. They're going faster than a Mr. Fusion powered DeLorean!

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  • Our Community Partners are individuals and businesses committed to ending homelessness for men and women with serious mental illness.

    By partnering with us on our mission, you help empower our residents with stability, self-confidence, and independence!

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Dr. Joel C. Hunter Award Nominee

This year's Dr. Joel Hunter Legacy Award honoree is Michael Griffin, Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy at Advent Health. This award recognizes individuals who have shown exceptional dedication to mental health advocacy, particularly in health equity and social determinants of health.

Mike received his bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a Political Science minor at the University of Central Florida. He joined AdventHealth (formerly Florida Hospital/Adventist Health System) in 2014 from the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts where he served as Vice President of Communications and Vice President of International Communication Strategies. Prior to his role at Disney, he served for 25 years at the Orlando Sentinel covering state and federal government, social services, organized crime and holding several leadership positions including Political Editor, City Editor and Deputy Editorial Page Editor. Mike brings significant experience in the areas of Community Relations, Communications and Government Relations.

Mike is an Orlando native. He and his wife, Colby, also born in Orlando, have two daughters, Rachael and Abby.

We are honored to present this esteemed award to Michael Griffin for providing Advocacy leadership to AdventHealth and our central Florida community.

Master of Ceremonies

Christina Watkins, esteemed News Anchor and Reporter from WESH 2 News, will be our Master of Ceremonies for this year's Dave's House Party! Christina brings her vibrant personality and a deep connection to our mission and will guide us through an evening of inspiration, celebration, as we — go back to the future!

Community Partnerships

Our Community Partners are a remarkable group of individuals and businesses dedicated to ending homelessness for men and women with serious mental illness. Their partnership demonstrates a profound commitment to making a tangible difference in our community. By joining forces with us, they not only support our mission but also empower our residents with the stability, self-confidence, and independence they need to thrive.

As a Community Partner, your commitment to Dave's House goes beyond this event. While we’re honored to recognize your efforts at the event, your true impact is seen year-round. Your dedication to ending homelessness for men and women with serious mental illness drives the lasting change that transforms lives. Together, we can continue building a brighter future for our residents—one where everyone has the stability, support, and community they need to thrive.

Community Partners

Four Pillars

Pillar Partners are the cornerstone of Dave’s House, upholding the foundation of our mission to end homelessness for men and women with serious mental illness. Each “Pillar” represents a key value that is crucial to the success of our residents:

  • Stability: Providing stability for individuals navigating serious mental illness.

  • Security: Ensuring safety and refuge for those seeking support within our community.

  • Self-Confidence: Fostering empowerment through resilience-building programs.

  • Independence: Empowering individuals to pursue their goals and dreams.

At our event, each Pillar Partner will be honored with a front table pillar and recognized during the program for their annual commitment. After the event, their continued support will also be featured on the Dave’s House website, symbolizing the strength and solidarity they bring to our organization year-round.


Partners in Hope

Guardians

Block Captains

Friends of Dave

Martha and Del Harriman 

UBS Financial 

Christine Tuve Burris and Dr. James F. Burris