Luminary of the Year Event

Luminary of the Year is an inspiring annual fundraising event that helps illuminate the path forward for the brain injury community. In support of the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), this event advances our mission to improve quality of life for people affected by brain injury across their lifespan through prevention, awareness, research, treatment, education, and advocacy.

Luminary of the Year brings together caregivers, survivors, medical professionals, researchers, advocates, and supporters—everyone who has an impact on the brain injury community. By uniting diverse voices and experiences, the event shines a light on collective progress and the shared commitment to meaningful change.

About Luminary of the Year

The Luminary of the Year celebration honors leadership, dedication, and impact across the brain injury community, recognizing not only the honoree but also the fundraising champions and advocates whose efforts drive meaningful change. This gala-style event features a cocktail hour, dinner, auction, a fund-the-mission moment, and powerful presentations from the honoree and the many individuals connected to their work—including colleagues, friends, patients, survivors, caregivers, and supporters who are making a difference.

More than an evening of recognition, Luminary of the Year serves as a catalyst for connection and collaboration—bringing the community together to raise awareness, generate critical support, and help illuminate the path forward for BIAA and its state chapters.

Our Luminary Events

We have four separate Luminary of the Year events taking place in 2026: National, Texas, Tennessee, and Delaware. Click on the boxes below to learn more about the different honorees and how you can get involved in each event.