Meet our 2026 Kendall Bend Hope Ambassadors!

The road to the 2026 Kendall Catwalk for a Cause officially began with a day dedicated to the heart of Furnish Hope’s mission: helping transform a house into a home.

Catwalk for a Cause brings together a group of passionate community members who commit to fundraising and spreading awareness for our 2026 beneficiary, Furnish Hope. Known as Hope Ambassadors, these individuals spend months championing the cause leading up to the annual event. This year, more than 20 Hope Ambassadors have pledged to support Furnish Hope through fundraising efforts that will continue until The Kendall Catwalk for a Cause event on October 24, 2026.

To kick off their journey, the ambassadors had the opportunity to experience firsthand the impact of Furnish Hope’s work. The group gathered at the Furnish Hope donation center, where they loaded a trailer with essential furnishings and household items for a neighbor in need. From a bed, sofa, and dining table to everyday comforts like a coffee pot and kitchen essentials, each item played a role in creating a welcoming and functional home. After loading the trailer, the group helped deliver the furnishings to the recipient’s apartment, bringing warmth, dignity, and comfort to a space that was previously empty. It was a powerful reminder that Furnish Hope’s mission extends far beyond furniture—it’s about creating stability, belonging, and hope.

Following the home furnishing project, the Hope Ambassadors gathered at the Kendall Bend Porsche Club to learn more about the fundraising campaign ahead and the important role they play in the success of Catwalk for a Cause. Over the coming months, they will work to raise funds, engage the community, and share stories that highlight the impact Furnish Hope has on local families and individuals.

Their efforts will culminate on October 24, when more than 300 community members will gather at Kendall Toyota of Bend for an evening of celebration, fundraising, and inspiration. Catwalk for a Cause is more than an event—it’s an opportunity for our community to come together in support of Furnish Hope’s mission and ensure that more neighbors in need have the resources to create a place they can truly call home.

We are incredibly grateful to our 2026 Hope Ambassadors for stepping forward to serve, advocate, and lead. We look forward to following their fundraising journeys over the coming months and celebrating the impact they create together.