The Greater Washington Heart Ball has moved to the District this year, and for the first time ever will take place at the iconic National Building Museum and will be adding a young professional’s event, Heart After Dark that will take place in conjunction with the Heart Ball. American Heart Month activities are rounded out with this black-tie affair. Proceeds from the Heart Ball and Heart After Dark benefit lifesaving research and education and advocacy campaigns by the American Heart Association. Heart disease remains the No. 1 killer of people in the United States today.
WHAT: The Heart Ball is a premier society even and a celebration of the life-saving work of the American Heart Association. The event brings together more than 500 of the region’s most prominent physician, corporate, health care, and community leaders. The night will be hosted by actor, director, producer, writer, composer and heart survivor, Robby Benson. Benson is best known for starring in films such as “Ice Castles”, “Ode to Billy Joe”, “The Chosen”, “Running Brave”, in his own screenplay for the Warner Bros. basketball classic, “One on One” and to a new generation as the voice of Beast in Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast.” The night will also feature a live performance piece of Christopher Janney’s “HeartBeat” sung by music sensations, The Persuasions. The evening includes, live and silent auctions, dinner, dancing and special presentations to honor the United States Military and support organizations through the Heart Heroes program. Also new this year, there will be an after party for young professionals.
WHEN: Saturday, February 23, 2013, 6:30pm-1:00am
- · 6:30 p.m. – Cocktail Reception, Silent Auction
- · 7:30 p.m. – Opening remarks, Dinner, Live Auction
- · 9:00 p.m. – Heart After Dark hosts a private reception upstairs
- · 10:00 p.m. – Heart After Dark joins the Heart Ball for dancing and live entertainment
- · 1:00 a.m. – Evening concludes
WHERE: The National Building Museum, 401 F St NW
WHO:
- · Actor and survivor Robby Benson – event host
- · Matt Voorhees, Chief Executive Office/Co-Founder of Anybill and 2013 Heart Ball Chair
- · Heart Hero Honorees and survivor honorees
- · Prominent business leaders, cardiologists, dignitaries and AHA Leadership
WHY: Events such as the Heart Ball bring the community together to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke and raise money for research. The fact is that heart disease kills more people annually than the next five causes of death combined – and this is a shocking statistic to many. The key is to raise awareness on issues like the fact that while 1 in 31 women will die of breast cancer, almost one in three will die from a cardiovascular disease.
The funds raised by the Heart Ball go toward local community outreach efforts to educate the public about heart disease, stroke and the effects of childhood obesity. Funds also go toward critical cardiovascular research. Research funded by the American Heart Association has led to important scientific breakthroughs that include: Artificial Valves, CPR, Clot-Busting Drugs, Pacemakers, Angioplasty, Bypass Surgery, Medicines to Control High Blood Pressure and Cholesterol. It has also led to important discoveries like the link between smoking and heart disease and to food labeling guidelines.
The oldest symphonic choral ensemble in Washington, D.C., the Cathedral Choral Society (CCS), is holding its Angel of the Arts Award Gala on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at the Embassy of Italy at 6:00 p.m. Named for arts philanthropist, Laura E. Phillips, the Angel of the Arts Award honors a deserving man or woman who has dedicated their career and brought their passion for the arts to the Washington community. This year’s recipient is Douglas H. Wheeler, president emeritus of the Washington Performing Arts Society (WPAS). This is the first time the Angel of the Arts award has been given in four years.
The 2013 Angel of the Arts Award honoree is the distinguished Douglas H. Wheeler, president emeritus of the Washington Performing Arts Society (WPAS). WPAS and CCS have a long history dating back to the 1980s.
Mr. Wheeler’s historic career spans nearly five decades of incubating local talent and bringing national and international artists such as Wynton Marsalis, Midori, Yo-Yo Ma and Luciano Pavarotti to Washington audiences. In addition to more than 60 performances each year, WPAS, an independent, nonprofit professional arts organization, forges community partnerships through educational projects with schoolchildren and develops innovative art forms with emerging artists. Today, as president emeritus of WPAS, Mr. Wheeler is developing WPAS’s Legacy Society, works on special projects with nonprofit organizations, and serves on several national boards.
CCS is the resident symphonic chorus of Washington National Cathedral. Founded in 1941 by Paul Callaway who served as music director until 1984, the 130-voice chorus is the oldest symphonic choral ensemble in Washington. Since 1985, J. Reilly Lewis has conducted the Society in musical masterpieces from plainsong to the classics to contemporary works. CCS has presented numerous world premieres; many of them commissioned by the Society, and has maintained a tradition of showcasing both promising young soloists and internationally known artists.
Gala attendees will include community, business, philanthropic and arts leaders and patrons from the D.C. region.
24th Annual Casino Night Benefiting the National Kidney Foundation Serving the National Capital Area
Honorary Chairs:
Lorenzo Alexander, Washington Redskins Linebacker & Pro Bowler
& wife Manjanique
Special Guests:
Reed Doughty, Washington Redskins Safety & wife Katie, kidney donor
Anthony Armstrong, Dallas Cowboys Wide Receiver
Rick “Doc” Walker, Former Super Bowl Champion, Co-host of “Inside the Locker
Room” on ESPN 980
Masters of Ceremonies:
Jummy Olabanji, Reporter, “Good Morning Washington” on ABC7, kidney patient
Scott Jackson, Co-host, “Inside the Locker Room” on ESPN 980, kidney patient
ABOUT THE EVENT:
Casino Night is an exciting black-tie optional event that raises funds for the
National Kidney Foundation Serving the National Capital Area. The event attracts
a diverse and affluent group of more than 500 guests and volunteers from the
business, medical and philanthropic communities in the National Capital Area.
Casino Night 2013, with a feature:
• Casino-style Gaming (Blackjack, Craps, Roulette)
• Premier Silent Auction Items
• Complimentary Beer & Wine
• Hourly Spirit Tastings
• Hors d’oeuvres and Desserts
• Dance Music
• Photo Booth
The Washington, DC area has the highest prevalence of kidney disease in the
nation. Proceeds from Casino Night support medical research, patient and
community services, professional education and organ donation awareness in the
DC region.
PRICE:
Early Bird Special (January 2-January 13): $85
Standard Ticket (January 14-February 17): $100
I’m Feeling Lucky (February 18-March 2): $125
Corporate sponsorships begin at $2,500
EW!’s salute to youth literacy and its enormous influence on our society’s future will celebrate our children, mentors, community leaders and corporate partners through a remarkable evening of celebrity readings, award presentations and auctions.
This annual fundraiser is a cornerstone in the financial framework that has made Everybody Wins! DC the largest children’s literacy and mentoring program in the Washington Metropolitan Area.
Join EW in support of its efforts to reach out to underserved youth and transform their lives through the power of reading and the inspiration of caring mentors.
The event includes a:
- Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction
- Program and Live Auction
- Dessert and Coffee
The reception will include cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, musical entertainment, and a silent auction
As well as a program wto include a Keynote with speaker: Ted Leonsis, Founder, Chairman, Majority Owner, CEO, Monumental
Sports & Entertainment
EMCEE: CNN White House Correspondent, Brianna Keilar
The Leukemia Ball will take place on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, with entertainment by Dana Carvey, and Jim Belushi and the Sacred Heart Band. The event is expected to raise $3.1 million for LLS’s mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Sponsorship opportunities are available at a variety of levels. For more information visitwww.leukemiaball.org.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Leukemia Ball Presented by Bio in Partnership with Genentech
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Entertainment Provided by Dana Carvey, and Jim Belushi and the Sacred Heart Band
6:00 p.m. – VIP Reception
6:30 p.m. – General Reception & Silent Auction
7:30 p.m. – Dinner, Entertainment, Mercedes-Benz Raffle
The 2013 Opera Ball will be hosted by the Ambassador of Italy to the United States Claudio Bisogniero and his wife Laura Denise Bisogniero at their official residence Villa Firenze. Opera Ball will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2013 and is a highlight of the city’s cultural, philanthropic, and social season.
Constance Milstein de La Haye St. Hilaire will be the Chair of this year’s Opera Ball. Ms. Milstein is a longtime patron of Washington National Opera and is a member of its board of trustees. She is also a member of the Kennedy Center International Committee on the Arts, among her many other charitable endeavors.
Natalia Cobo de Bulgheroni of Argentina will serve as International Chair. Adrienne Arsht, who chaired last year’s Opera Ball, will serve as Honorary Chair.
“As we mark the beginning of the Year of Italian Culture and the 200th anniversary of the birth of Giuseppe Verdi, we are very proud to host the 2013 Opera Ball,” said Claudio Bisogniero, the Ambassador of Italy to the United States. “Opera is a vital part of Italy’s national identity, and we are happy to celebrate this beautiful part of our culture with our close friends at Washington National Opera.”
As in previous years, the elegant black-tie event will include intimate dinners hosted by many ambassadors at their embassies throughout the city. Following these private dinners, guests will gather at Villa Firenze for a festive evening of dancing, dessert, and music. Guests can look
forward to a special toast to Giuseppe Verdi’s 200th birthday and to performances of popular arias from Italian operas by members of WNO’s Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program.
Opera Ball is WNO’s largest fundraiser and one of Washington’s most anticipated events of the year. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the Opera Ball support the Opera’s awardwinning artistic, educational, and outreach programs. Recent Opera Balls have been hosted at the
embassies of the United Arab Emirates (2012), the People’s Republic of China (2011), the Russian Federation (2010), Germany (2009), and France (2008). Italy last hosted the Opera Ball in 2006.
2013 NFTE DC Region Dare to Dream Gala
5:30 pm-Youth Entrepreneur Showcase and Cocktail Reception
7:00 pm-Gala Dinner & Awards
9:00 pm-Dessert Reception and Showcase Reopens
On April 10, 2013 N Street Village, the award-winning social services agency that provides shelter and support to homeless and low-income women in the Washington, DC metro area, is hosting its annual gala to honor the clients,volunteers and supporters of the organization.
Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) is the Gala Honorary Steering Committee Chairwoman and Fredrick and Kim Humphries (Fred – NSV Board of Directors & VP of U.S. Government Affairs for Microsoft; KIM – NSV volunteer & supporter), Ken Lowe (CEO Scripps Networks International) are the Gala Steering Committee Chairs.
N Street Village will present Senator and Mrs. Roy Blunt (R-MO) with the Founders’ Award, which recognizes individuals whose professional and personal efforts have provided new opportunities for the most vulnerable in our society.
Supporters of N Street Village choose to donate their time and resources because they believe in the valuable work of the organization. Some members of the community who support N Street Village and are expected to attend the gala on April 10th include, but are not limited to: Senator and Mrs. Roy Blunt, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Senator Amy Klobuchar, Senator and Mrs. Tom Daschle, Senator and Mrs. Byron Dorgan, Councilmember Jack Evans, Senator and Mrs. Tim Johnson, Congressman and Mrs. Steven La Tourette.
WHEN:
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
6:30pm EST: Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres
7:30pm EST: Program and Dinner
How is N Street Village Unique?
· N Street Village is the largest provider of women-only services for D.C.’s homeless population, serving over 63% of D.C.’s adult female homeless population.
· N Street Village provides a self-contained continuum of supportive services and housing in order to help women achieve stability and improved quality of life.
· N Street Village focuses on creating a safe and welcoming community where women are empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
How many women does N Street Village help?
· N Street Village is the largest homeless service provider for women. We serveover 60% of the adult, single homeless women in Washington, D.C.
Many clients face multiple challenges:
· 82% of the clients suffer from addiction, mental illness, or both – these factors are often primary contributors to instability in living situations.
· 84% of the clients report a trauma history (physical, sexual, emotional abuse history)
· 11% of the clients report living with HIV
· Additional reasons women come to N Street Village include lack of affordable housing and insufficient permanent supportive housing resources for women with mental illness, chronic physical health problems, job loss, eviction and home foreclosure.
What services does N Street Village provide?
· Basic Needs – Food, clothing, showers, referrals, and crisis support are addressed through Bethany Women’s Center, open 365 days a year.
· Integrated Health – Services that support the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of our clients,including mental health groups and individual counseling, psychiatry, primary medical care, addiction recovery groups, individual wellness counseling, expressive arts classes, and holistic services (e.g., chiropractic, massage, reiki).
· Housing – Five residential programs at two sites provide a range of housing options for women: transitional shelter, addiction recovery housing, long-term transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, and housing for women living with HIV/AIDS. N Street Village also operates 51 units of affordable housing forlow-income individuals and families.
· Income and Employment – The Education and Employment Center provides women with access to training opportunities and job placement and retention support.
More information on the 2013 Gala:
· Gala Honorees: Senator and Mrs. Roy Blunt (R-MO); Senator Kirsten Gillbrand (D-NY)
· 450 people are expected to attend this year’s gala
· Approximately $620,000 will be raised for N Street Village
· All raffle and on-line auction prizes are donated
On April 10, 2013 N Street Village, the award-winning social services agency that provides shelter and support to homeless and low-income women in the Washington, DC metro area, is hosting its annual gala to honor the clients,volunteers and supporters of the organization.
HONORING: Senator Roy and Mrs. Abigail Blunt & Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
with Founders’ Awards presented by Senator Amy Klobuchar
6:30 pm | Cocktails and Hors D’oeuvres
7:30 pm | Dinner and Program
Back by Popular Demand – N Street Village Online Auction – Opening in March 2013!
Business Attire | Valet Parking Available
You’re Invited to the most exclusive black tie fundraising gala in DC this spring
You are cordially invited to the 2013 LLS Black Tie Fundraising Gala hosted by Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Woman of the Year nominee, Nora Sommerkamp, and Social DC Public Relations on Friday, April 12th from 7-11pm at the Artisphere in Rosslyn, VA.
The fundraising gala will feature a red carpet V.I.P. reception from 7 to 8pm, followed by general admission entry from 8 to 11pm. There will be a variety of appetizers and drinks, as well as live Latin and hip hop dance and music performances like Crash Boom Bang.
Candidates for the LLS’s Man & Woman of the Year title compete in honor of children who are local blood cancer survivors, the Boy & Girl of the Year. Every dollar raised counts as one vote, and the titles are awarded to the man and woman with the most votes at the end of ten weeks; the top local fundraisers in the country win the national titles
If you would like to purchase tickets for the event please visithttp://noramwoy2013.
