Entertainment
Queen of Versailles’ Jackie Siegel Joins 2,480 Guests at Runway To Hope to Fight Pediatric Cancer
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — It was a night of glamor and giving at the luxury Rosen Shingle Creek Resort as The Queen of Versailles’ Jackie Siegel joined 2,480 attendees for Runway To Hope’s annual Spring Fashion Soiree, a star-studded event dedicated to fighting pediatric cancer and raising critical funds for families and children in the battle of their lives.
Photos by Florida National News / Stephanie Daltirus
Before taking to the runway with a young cancer warrior, Siegel spoke exclusively to Florida National News about her personal mission to fight for vulnerable children and families in crisis. The evening was hosted by Runway To Hope founders Mark and Josie NeJame, who have led the charge for years, providing vital financial assistance, resources, and hope to families impacted by childhood cancer.
Jackie Siegel Shares Emotional Mission to Save Lives from Addiction and Pediatric Cancer
“It’s so important to be here,” Siegel shared, visibly emotional. “Not just for these beautiful children, but because I know what it means to lose someone you love. I lost my husband David to cancer and my sister Jessica Mallery to overdose, and I promised myself I’d fight to save other lives in any way I can.”
Siegel’s appearance wasn’t just about charity — it was about healing, hope, and raising awareness for two deeply personal battles: the ongoing pediatric cancer fight and the nationwide addiction crisis that took her loved ones too soon. Through her work with Victoria’s Voice Foundation, Siegel continues to advocate for addiction education and prevention while supporting organizations like Runway To Hope to ensure no family faces their darkest days alone.
The event saw emotional moments as dozens of pediatric cancer survivors, fighters, and their families took to the runway, cheered on by a compassionate crowd that rallied together to raise much-needed funds for Runway To Hope’s programs and services.
The evening served as a powerful reminder that every life is worth fighting for — whether from cancer or addiction — and that with community support, hope can thrive even in the hardest battles.
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Jenny Rosario
News@FloridaNationalNews.com
Central Florida News
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Entertainment
USF Credit Union Named Presenting Sponsor of ‘Rainbow To Your Door’ With $5,000 Challenge Match Grant
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — The production team behind Rainbow To Your Door announced that USF Credit Union has joined the upcoming theatrical production as its Presenting Sponsor, accompanied by a $5,000 Challenge Match Grant aimed at encouraging community support and helping fully fund the project.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to arts, education, and community engagement across Central Florida. Organizers say the challenge grant will match community contributions dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000, helping expand public access and educational opportunities connected to the production.
Original Play Celebrates Florida’s Artistic Legacy
Rainbow To Your Door is an original stage production written by Los Angeles-based playwright Kenneth Brown. The play is inspired by the historic friendship and artistic exchange between acclaimed author and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston and artist Jules André Smith.
Set in 1938 at the historic Maitland Art Center, the production explores the challenges, triumphs, and purpose of artists navigating a rapidly changing world while preserving their creative voices.
“This partnership represents more than sponsorship. It is an investment in storytelling, culture, and preserving the legacy of artistic voices that helped shape Florida’s creative identity,” Brown said. “We are incredibly grateful to USF Credit Union for believing in this vision and helping us create meaningful community impact through the arts.”
Challenge Match Campaign Aims to Fully Fund Production
As part of the sponsorship, USF Credit Union will provide a $5,000 Challenge Match Grant to encourage community participation and charitable giving. Production organizers say that once the matching goal is reached, Rainbow To Your Door will be fully funded.
Donations generated through the campaign will support expanded accessibility initiatives, educational programming, community outreach, and audience engagement efforts associated with the production.
“USF Credit Union is proud to support initiatives that enrich the communities we serve,” said Rick Skaggs, CEO of USF Credit Union. “Rainbow To Your Door reflects the power of culture, education, and the arts to inspire meaningful conversations and strengthen community connections.”
Production Scheduled for October 2026
Media relations and promotional efforts for the production are being coordinated by Fierce Entertainment.
Rainbow To Your Door is scheduled for Oct. 10–11, 2026, at the Timucua Arts Foundation in Orlando.
Additional information regarding ticket sales, sponsorship opportunities, and the community challenge campaign will be announced in the coming weeks.
Media Contact:
Rob Henlon
Fierce Entertainment
rob@alwaysfierce.com
For sponsorship information and production updates, visit Rainbow To Your Door.
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