Join Duo Dogs for our largest and most inspiring event of the year, The Blue Tie Gala! This elegant evening celebrates the extraordinary bonds between people and dogs that change lives every day. Enjoy a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, silent and live auctions, and meet some of Duo’s amazing assistance dogs and Duo Touch Therapy teams.
This year we are proud to honor the Tallon family. While receiving treatment and care for an aggressive brain tumor at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, Jake Tallon formed a special bond with Duo Dog Casey that brought comfort and connection during a difficult time for the entire family.
Jake was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor, known as a high-grade astrocytoma with piloid features (HGAP), on October 15, 2021, at just eleven years old. He fought bravely for three and a half years, inspiring thousands around the world through the #47Strong hashtag campaign. Following Jake’s passing, the Tallon family chose to honor his memory in a remarkable way by funding the training and placement of Casey’s successor. Their generosity will ensure that future children and families experience the same comfort, companionship, and support that meant so much to Jake and his family. Through their commitment, Jake’s legacy will continue to bring hope and healing to countless patients for years to come.
We are also proud to honor Duo Dog Casey, one of our Facility Dogs at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Casey provides comfort and support to patients and families in the NICU, PICU, and Pediatric Oncology units, while also responding to requests from the Heart Center, Ambulatory Procedure Center, Emergency Department, and Neurorehabilitation Program. Casey’s work exemplifies the life-changing difference Facility Dogs make every day, bringing moments of calm, connection, and hope to children facing medical challenges.
Gala Chair: Molly Studer, Gershman Commercial Real Estate.
Proceeds from The Blue Tie Gala support Duo’s mission to build extraordinary bonds between people and dogs that improve lives.
For additional information on becoming a sponsor or purchasing tickets, click here or contact Sara Newton at 314-997-2325 ext. 3103 or snewton@duodogs.org.
This is a night you won’t want to miss!
