HALO Foundation – 13th Annual HALO ArtReach Auction
Jody and Bryan Albers were the honorary chairmen for the 13th Annual HALO ArtReach Auction. The February 23rd event was held at The Brass on Baltimore. Partygoers enjoyed a dinner, silent auction items, orphan artwork from around the world, artwork from nationally-recognized artists, and entertainment by Lost Wax. Proceeds support homeless and at-risk children.
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Miss Kansas City Katie Moeller displayed artwork at the live auction. Dream Home was created by HALO children and the Carly Rae Studio. |
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HALO Star of the Year Marjai gave a poetry performance for the guests. |
Additional photos featured in the March 31, 2018 issue of The Independent
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