Guests tried their luck at casino games, enjoyed delicious fare, and took part in silent and live auctions during FosterAdopt Connect’s Casino Royale gala at Harrah’s on October 3rd. The evening raised much-needed funds for the organization, which uses advocacy and innovative programming to support and empower foster children, their families, and alumni impacted by the child welfare system.
Representative David Buehler gratefully accepted the Civic Impact Award from Lori Ross, FosterAdopt Connect.Anthony Marks and Erica BriskeyCurtis Smith, Bryan Eakes, Mitch Simmons, Terri Goddard, FosterAdopt Connect; Ryan Long, Haden Long, Scott Johnson, Angie Sellers, and Sarah FrazioAnne Black and Congressman Emanuel CleaverJennifer Johnson, Lori Ross, and Josh Hollingsworth, all with FosterAdopt Connect; flanked Congressman Emanuel Cleaver at the podium. David Vest, FosterAdopt Connect; and Julie Vest
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