Charlotte Memory Gala raises over $650,000 for Alzheimer’s research and support

More than 250 guests attended the 9th annual Charlotte Memory Gala on Saturday, May 2, raising over $650,000 for Alzheimer’s research, education and quality care through the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter. Chaired by Wes & Allison Misson, the 2026 Memory Gala was held at The Westin Charlotte and featured a live and silent […]

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Browse and bid online: Memory Gala silent auction is open!

The Alzheimer’s Association will host its annual Charlotte Memory Gala on Saturday, May 2, but you don’t have to wait to peruse the silent auction offerings. The silent auction is open to everyone who would like to support the mission to #ENDALZ! Bidding is now open online and will close on Saturday, May 2 at […]

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Sneak a peek at the Charlotte Memory Gala auction

The Alzheimer’s Association will host its annual Charlotte Memory Gala on Saturday, May 2, from 6:00 – 11:00 p.m. at The Westin Charlotte (601 S. College Street) to benefit Alzheimer’s research, risk reduction, early detection, education and quality care for the more than 210,000 North Carolinians currently living with the disease and their 373,000 caregivers.  […]

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Inspired by a Mother’s Love: Wes and Allison Misson Chair an Evening of Impact

The youngest of three boys, Wes Misson always turned to his mother, Judy, for inspiration and guidance. She was his biggest supporter, and her family adored her. “My mom was my everything,” Wes recalled. In 2004, when Wes set out for his first year of law school at The Ohio State University Moritz College of […]

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Save the date: Charlotte Memory Gala returns May 2

Join other prominent Charlotte area community and business leaders for an evening of powerful impact and hope. Chaired by Allison and Wes Misson, this year’s Memory Gala will include a welcome reception, live and silent auctions, seated dinner, and live music by 5 of a Kind. Guests will have the opportunity to bid on special […]

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A glimpse at the Charlotte Memory Gala auction

The Alzheimer’s Association will host its annual Charlotte Memory Gala on Saturday, May 3, from 6:00 – 11:00 p.m. at The Westin Charlotte (601 S. College Street) to benefit Alzheimer’s research, risk reduction, early detection, education and quality care for the more than 210,000 North Carolinians currently living with the disease and their 373,000 caregivers.  […]

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Charlotte Memory Gala 2025: An Evening of Elegance and Impact

Join other influential community and business leaders and enjoy a wonderful event that raises critical funds for Alzheimer’s support, education, advocacy and research initiatives.  Enjoy an elegant, black-tie optional evening at The Westin Charlotte in Uptown. The night will feature a welcome reception, seated dinner, powerful mission moments, silent and live auctions, dancing, and live entertainment. CHARLOTTE […]

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