Children’s Mercy – Virtual Red Hot Night
Children’s Mercy’s Red Hot Night will be a virtual affair on February 20th. Randy Pope and Walter Porter are serving as co-chairmen of the 17th annual event. The evening promises to be great fun, including Dustin Colquitt as emcee, live entertainment, silent and live auctions, and inspiring mission moments. All proceeds will benefit the Children’s Mercy Research Institute, striving to provide hope and answers for children with medical needs.
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Chanie and Tom Mitchell, Red Hot Night honorary co-chairmen |
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Diane Gallagher, Hands & Hearts for Children Auxiliary president |
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Randy Pope, Red Hot Night co-chairman |
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Susan and Greg Sweat, Red Hot Night honorary co-chairman |
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Walter Porter, Red Hot Night co-chairman |
Also featured in the December 19, 2020 issue of The Independent
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