By Madeline Zuckerman // PHOTOS BY MARK CIESLIKOWSKI
Mama’s House Ministries, celebrating 13 years of successfully providing a safe, supportive, loving, and nurturing home for women in crisis, whether pregnant or with an infant, who have no place to go and no means of support, was delighted when they secured young conservative superstar Charlie Kirk as the keynote speaker for their 13th Annual HEARTbeat Of Love Luncheon in February of 2026. That delight, however, turned to grief when Charlie Kirk was tragically killed on September 10 by an assassin, and the nation was plunged into mourning.
12-time All-American Swimmer
In the aftermath of that shock and despair, Mama’s House Ministries turned to their faith and were determined to confront the darkenss with joy and celebration. The organization is pleased to announce their 13th Annual HEARTbeat Of Love Luncheon, to take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, will be “A Tribute to Charlie Kirk,” featuring not one, but three very special guest speakers:
- Rylie Gaines, 12-time All-American Swimmer, Riley was a successful female swimmer at the University of Kentucky with five SEC titles, when her entire life was changed by having to share a locker room and then compete against biological male Lia Thomas at the 2022 NCAA Women’s Swimming Championship. This uneven challenge, not just for Rylie, but for every woman competing in the pool that day, was made even more traumatic when the NCAA officials insisted on giving Lia Thomas the trophy. This moment became Rylie’s call to action to defend and protect America’s daughters against the woke left and their agenda-defying ideology. Rylie has since become a powerful advocate for conservative causes, including the sanctity of life and the protection of the most vulnerable, especially women. She is committed to preserving fairness and equality for women in all areas of life.
- Rob McCoy, Senior Pastor of Godspeak Calvary Chapel. Charlie Kirk called Rob his pastor, with Rob officiating at Charlie and Erika Kirk’s wedding. He has been an ordained minister for more than 30 years and is Co-chair of TURNING POINT USA Faith.
- Emily Compagno, FOX News Co-Host on the FOX News Channel and the #1 New York Times best-selling author of FOX News Books’ “Under His Wings: How Faith On The Front Lines Has Protected American Troops.” In addition, Emily is the host of FOX News Audio’s “The FOX True Crime Podcast With Emily Compagno,” which debuted in the top 10 of all True Crime podcasts. She is an attorney and has practiced law since 2006, and she served as a Federal Managing Attorney and Acting Director at the Social Security Administration. She earned her J.D. at the University of San Francisco School of Law, where she was President of the Federalist Society and Articles Editor of the Intellectual Property Law Bulletin.
Anne and Marshall Silverstein are Sponsors this year of the elegant VIP Dinner at Wally’s Desert Turtle Restaurant on Friday evening, February 6, 2026, as well as, Sponsors of the three featured HEARTbeat Of Love Luncheon Speakers on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at the Renaissance Indian Wells Resort & Spa.
“In 2005, Jan Lupia, Founder of Mama’s House, reached out to me to share in her Divine calling to protect unborn babies and establish a residential home for women in crisis, who have no place to go and no means of support,” said Anne Silverstein, Mama’s House Co-founder and Honorary Board Member, in whose name the Mama’s House Campus is named in honor of today. “Jan’s inspiring story and unwavering dedication to wanting to assist these women in crisis deeply touched me, so I decided to come on board to assist in any way I could. Today, I see hearts mended, young women who have HOPE and who have started a new life with brighter futures, as well as, families united. I invite everyone to tour the Anne Silverstein Campus For Mama’s House, to experience those precious babies’ smiles that will melt your heart and keep those little faces in your minds forever. May God bless you all.”
FOX News Co-Host
The Annual HEARTbeat Of Love Luncheon will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Indian Wells Resort & Spa, located at 44400 Indian Wells Lane, in Indian Wells, California. Guest Check in and a silent auction will commence at 10:00 am that morning. This annual luncheon will also be a celebration of the past, present, and future of Mama’s House Ministries, which has been providing HOPE and brighter futures to women in crisis for the past 13 years. The new and expansive Anne Silverstein Campus For Mama’s House today offers mothers and their children shelter and an extensive one-of-a-kind program, equipping these mothers with the necessary life skills for stability, recovery, and self-sufficiency. Mama’s House helps mothers find the courage to carry their babies to term when facing uncertainty and challenging hurdles. With its highly successful, faith-based Pathways To Success Program, Mama’s House offers a once-in-a-lifetime “hands up” opportunity for these vulnerable women
wishing to change their situations.
“In my first six months as President of Mama’s House Ministries, I have been continually amazed by the daily blessings we witness,” said Maurae Quigley. “Our campus is thriving, our programs are growing, and exciting new events throughout the year are allowing us to serve more mothers and babies than ever before. This season has been marked by incredible momentum, community support, and faith in action. Every day brings fresh reminders of why this mission matters, and the future of Mama’s House has never looked brighter.”
Major Donors will be treated to a special VIP Dinner Experience preceding this year’s luncheon on the evening of Friday, February 6, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Guests will enjoy a special four-course dinner with the three guest speakers in attendance in an intimate setting at the iconic Wally’s Desert Turtle in Rancho Mirage.
Luncheon Table Sponsorships start at $5,000, with some including admission to the VIP Dinner Reception on February 6, 2026. Individual VIP tickets which include the VIP dinner and the HEARTbeat of Love Luncheon start at $1,500. Sponsorship packages that include tables of 10 at the luncheon and varying numbers of seats at the VIP Experience (some including seats at the Speakers Table), range from the $5,000 Champion Sponsorship up to the Ultimate Sponsorship at $100,000. Individual Luncheon tickets start at $225.
This year’s exclusive Media Sponsors include LOCALiQ, Presenting Digital Media Sponsor; KESQ News Channel 3, Exclusive TV Media Sponsor; and Conniosseur Media, Exclusive Radio Media Sponsor.
For Sponsorship and ticket information, please call 844-232-8622 extension 5 or email Event@TheMamasHouse.org or visit www.themamashouse.org
