Children’s Mercy – 20th annual Red Hot Night Gala
Guests gathered to “Light the Path” in hope for the future at the 20th annual Red Hot Night Gala, benefiting Children’s Mercy’s Illuminate Mental Health Initiative. Jon Porter and Dan Lumma were the co-chairs of the February 3rd event, which was held at the Kay Barnes Grand Ballroom. The honorary co-chairs were Becci and Jeff Blaesing and Jodi and Rod Eisenhauer. Guests enjoyed cocktails, a gourmet dinner, light shows, an auction, and dancing to Twice on Sunday. Tanna Guthrie was the auctioneer, and Dustin Colquitt served as the emcee.
Featured in the April 20, 2024 issue of The Independent.
Photo credit: Chris Crum and Kyle Rivas
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