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KidsTLC – United for Kids Gala, “Journey of Hope”

The North Club at Arrowhead Stadium was the perfect setting for KidsTLC’s 20th annual United for Kids Gala, “Journey of Hope,” on November 5th. The 20th annual event featured a Kendra Scott Jewelry Pull, a drawing for a new Honda Civic and a lively After Party in the Founders’ Club. Laura and Brian Dolezal were the honorary chairmen, and Kristin Malfer & Associates served as the chairmen.

Sarah and Tim Grunhard, Cara and Justin Hoover and Jon and Stephanie Holmes
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Bridget and Josh Kiene with Bill and Ashley Keith
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Mike and Kristin Malfer, chairman
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Guests enjoyed participating in the exciting live auction. Have a wonderful time were (Front row) Toria and Ron Klote (back row) Darrin and Vicki Ives 1with Shane Maxwell, auctioneer.
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Danee Wallace and David Greenwald
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Sarah Dill, Hannah Winter, Carissa Heise, KidsTLC; and Gabby Robinson

Additional photos featured in the December 17, 2016 issue
Photo Credit: J. Robert Schraeder Photography and Jeff Evrard

 

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