The BirchBark Foundation’s 2025 Fall in Love Gala will be an elegant evening celebrating the human-animal bond while raising essential funds to provide life-saving veterinary care for pets in low-income families. Guests will enjoy fine dining, live and silent auctions, a dessert auction, and inspiring stories of pets whose lives were saved through BirchBark’s mission.

This year’s event honors Carmel resident Debra Couch, recipient of the 2025 Animal Welfare Hero Award, for her years of dedication to helping families access critical veterinary care and her unwavering support of BirchBark’s compassionate work.

Auction highlights include a Paella Party for 24 with Chef Brandon Miller, luxury getaways to Tuscany, Mexico, and Lake Tahoe, and an Ultimate Dining Package featuring top local restaurants. Silent auction items include a pet-friendly stay at Hofsas House Hotel, a custom pet portrait by Janice Serilla, and more.

All proceeds support BirchBark Foundation’s mission to keep pets and their families together through financial assistance, grief support, and community education.