On Jan. 19, NextStep Raleigh, a paralysis treatment and recovery center, held its Stand Together Gala at the beautiful space at Whitaker & Atlantic. The Stand Together Gala raised over $65,000 to help individuals living with paralysis from neurological conditions find hope, recovery and independence. Brandon Lyons, a 2024 Paralympian, was the keynote speaker and guests enjoyed dishes by chefs including Savannah Miller, Joshua Young, Coleen Speaks, Charlotte Coman and Zach Fisher, as well as one-of-a-kind ice cream collaboration between Whiskey Kitchen’s Michael Thor and Two Roosters.

This article originally appeared in the March 2025 issue of WALTER magazine.