LEGACIES OF LOVE
Interfaith's 2026 Legacies of Love will be held February 13, 2026, and honors men and women who have made a significant impact on our community. Proceeds are used to further the mission of Interfaith to provide emergency assistance without judgment to Marion County residents lacking basic human needs. The event will be held at the College of Central Florida Klein Conference Center.
We are happy to announce Dr. Tina Chandra and Dr. Casius Pealer as our 2026 Honorees.
Learn about them below
Here's how you can be a part of this amazing event.
Table sponsorships are available at the below levels. CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS, TABLES AND SPONSORSHIPS. If you cannot attend, you can still make a donation in their honor by clicking the button below. They will receive an acknowledgement. If you have questions, reach out to Sonya Tyler sending us a message or calling 352-644-9202. A limited number of tickets will be available for $65. Doors open at 11:00 and guests are asked to be seated promptly at 11:30. Lunch will be served.
Sponsorships Available:
Event Sponsor - $5,000
Includes: 2 VIP tables (16 guests)
Name/Logo Recognition on Stage Banner, Invitations, Program Cover
Media & Social Media Recognition
Legacy Sponsor - $2,500
Includes: 1 VIP table (8 guests)
Name/Logo Recognition in Program
Name on Legacy Banner
Media & Social Media Recognition
Supporting Sponsor - $1,000
Includes: 1 VIP table (8 guests)
Listed on Sponsor Banner
Social Media Recognition
Table Sponsor - $500
Includes: 8 guests
We hope you will join us at the Legacies of Love Luncheon Friday, February 13, 2026.
Dr. Tina Chandra
Dr. Tina Chandra of Ocala, Florida is a highly skilled Cosmetic and Neuromuscular Dentist who practices Advanced Dentistry at Chandra Smile Designs and the Chandra Wellness Center. Dr. Chandra is actively involved in philanthropic and community projects in Ocala. She has served as Chairman of the North Central Florida Medical Expo for over 15 years, a leader on the board of the India Association, and a Past Chairman/active member of the American Heart Association's "Go Red for Women" initiative. She also volunteers her dental services regularly to the poor and underprivileged at the FreeDOM Clinic, Deliverance Outreach Ministries, and Interfaith Emergency Services.
Dr. Casius Pealer
Casius "Cash" Pealer is a long-time, respected figure in the Ocala community, particularly known for his extensive career in educational and non-profit administration. He served as the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and the President of the Central Florida Community College (CFCC) Foundation (now the College of Central Florida, or CF). He was instrumental in securing funding and developing programs for the college's foundation. He volunteers and is involved with local organizations, including his church, Fort King Presbyterian Church, Vision 20/20 and was the co-founder and President of Senior Learners.
Honoring special men and women in our community that have made a lasting impact, Since its inception in 2013, Legacies of Love has highlighted those that have made our community great.
Past Honorees Include
2013 - Kevin McDonald, Lynette Vermillion
2014 - Cory Pool, Dr. Michael Jordan
2015 - George Albright, Ron and Phyllis Ewers
2016 - Toni James, Jim Kirk
2017 - Dr Hank Harrell, Jr., Frank and Naida Rasbury
2018 - Beth McCall, Gail Cross
2019 - Frank DeLuca, Mary Britt, Dr Norm Anderson
2020 - Jeffrey and Clover Lovell
2022 - Whit Palmer, Carlyle Ausley, Toro Townley, Doug Oswald & Nick Nikkinen
2023- Wes Wheeler, Wayne McDonald & Monica Bryant