Operation Fresh Start to host Annual Gala at Goodman Community Center on Thursday

Ali Muldrow, executive director of WMF Wisconsin and the MMSD Board of Education treasurer, will serve as the emcee as Operation Fresh Start (OFS) hosts its 4th Annual Gala on Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Goodman Community Center on Madison’s East Side.

Operation Fresh Start has served Dane County for almost 54 years, helping thousands of young adults aged 16-24 gain the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the workforce, complete their education, and contribute meaningfully to their community.

“This year, OFS is celebrating the transformational relationships that empower participants in our flagship program, Legacy. In this program, participants earn their high school diploma and other credentials while completing paid work in construction and conservation that directly benefits their community,” Operation Fresh Start said in a press release announcing the gala. “Most importantly, they develop meaningful relationships with crew supervisors, teachers, transitions coordinators, and many others that last well beyond program completion.”

Thursday’s gala will bring together community leaders, supporters, staff, current participants, and alumni to celebrate the accomplishments of the program participants and recognize outstanding community partners.

The annual Gala serves as one of OFS’s largest fundraisers, and all proceeds from the event directly support program development, participant services, and the organization’s continued mission to inspire and empower young people.