Hope Connections for Cancer Support’s annual gala was held March 18 at the Park Hyatt, where Judy Deason, a cancer survivor and tireless advocate, received the Celebration of Hope Award. The Partnership Award was given to Capital Elevator Services for its pro bono installation of a chair stair at the historic Beaumont House facility. Winnie Feldman-Lindauer and Diane Malhmood were honored with the Special Volunteer Award for opening a fund-raising thrift shop to support the mission. Hope Connections President and CEO Paula Rothenberg announced that the programs will soon be expanding into Prince George’s County.