An Evening of Hope

Join us for A Night of Heartfelt Hope, a classic casino fundraising event on April 18, 2026, from 16:30 to 21:30 at the Holiday Inn & Suites, 75 S 37th Ave, St. Cloud, MN! 🎲✨ This exciting evening will feature a delicious meal, bar service, live music, a silent auction, and thrilling casino games — all to support a worthy cause centered around love, remembrance, and hope.

Bri’s Lodge, a program of What Would Bri Do, was created in memory of BriAnna Kruzel, a compassionate young woman who passed away unexpectedly at just 18 years old in 2013. Known for her infectious smile and generous spirit, BriAnna dedicated her time to others through organizations like Girl Scouts, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Sartell Community Ed Dance Program. She was honored as the High School Big Sister of the Year and received the Youth Appreciation Award from the St. Cloud Optimist Club.

BriAnna’s family — her parents, Randy and Tami, along with her brothers Josh and Brandon — continue her legacy through What Would Bri Do. Their mission is to support grieving individuals, nurture healing, and instill hope for the future. Located in Waite Park, Bri’s Lodge offers one-on-one grief companionship, support groups, and various healing programs such as Horses Healing Hearts, Healing Touch, and Healing Through the Five Senses workshops, providing a safe space for healing and connection after loss.

Your attendance and support will help us continue these vital programs and move closer to establishing a dedicated retreat center. We invite you to join us for this meaningful evening! 🌈 For sponsorship opportunities or to donate items for the silent auction, please reach out to us. If you can’t attend, consider supporting us by donating online or mailing a check to Bri’s Lodge, 406 Great Oak Drive, Waite Park, MN 56387.
Together, we can stack the deck in favor of healing, ensuring BriAnna’s bright spirit lives on through our efforts.

Early Bird Tickets: $100 until March 10, 2026
Regular Price Tickets: $120 after March 10
A special thank-you to Holiday Inn & Suites for being our Presenting Sponsor!
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