Council for the Homeless will host Gathering for Change at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver, with the option to watch via livestream. Attendees will hear stories of resilience, gain insight and learn how to take action to prevent and end homelessness. The evening includes the “Leading with Empathy” panel exploring how compassion drives real change in housing, advocacy and funding. Tickets are $150 and include dinner and drinks. Proceeds support Council for the Homeless. Buy tickets at councilforthehomeless.org/events/gathering-for-change/.