The Angel Board of The Children’s Place – Angels’ Gala
April 6th was the date for The Angel Board of The Children’s Place’s sixth annual Angels’ Gala. Laura and David Hall were the honorary chairmen, and Ann Crampton and Laurie Warwick served as co-chairmen. The record-breaking event raised more than $740,000. Abby Eden was the emcee.
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David Hall, honorary chairman |
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John and Rita Saladino, Ericka Duker and Matt Gaebler |
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Elaine and Kim Beachner |
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Angel Board Members: Kathy Schirger, president-elect; Karie Nelson, Amanda Lambright, president; Katherine Ellis and Kelly Wolf |
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Paul and Mari Shieber |
Also featured in the May 28, 2018 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Saros Media
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