Thank you to everyone who attended, donated to, or supported the Andrew McMorris Foundation’s Eighth Annual Gala on September 30, 2026, at the Heritage Club at Bethpage.
Because of your support, we can continue funding our Scholarship and Grants Program, advancing our Legislative efforts, and strengthening our advocacy work for another year.
One Life Can Still Color the World
An evening of art, music, inspiration, and hope to end drunk, drugged and impaired driving.
This year, the Andrew McMorris Foundation invited guests to experience something truly special.
As guests entered The Heritage Club, they stepped into a living art gallery inspired by Andrew's creativity and the extraordinary legacy he continues to leave behind. Throughout the evening, they explored a curated collection of Andrew's artwork, watched an artist create a live painting before their eyes, and enjoyed inspiring musical performances that celebrate hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit.
Every brushstroke, every song, and every story is a reminder that one life can still color the world.
While this evening celebrated Andrew's artistic gifts, it was also a celebration of purpose. Together, we are transforming unimaginable loss into life-changing impact by working to end drunk and drugged driving and creating opportunities for young people to pursue their dreams.
Because one life can still color the world...
and together, we can color countless more.
Click to learn about the stories behind Andrew’s paintings:
Thank you to our honorees:
Master of Ceremonies:
Bill Evans, Hall of Fame Broadcaster
Honoree of the Year:
Michael Vandenberg from Promise of Hope Foundation
Legacy Honorees:
The Congregational Church of Manhasset (UCC)
Harding Real Estate & Property Management
Volunteer of the Year:
Anthony J. Higgins
