The Family Conservancy – Blue Carpet Event
The Family Conservancy’s Blue Carpet Event was held at The Abbott. More than 300 guests enjoyed cocktails, a gourmet dinner, silent and live auctions, and live music. Proceeds support a community where all children have the opportunity to find health, happiness, and education.
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Neelima Parasker, Julie Pierce, Stacey Paine, Suzanne Williams, board member; Jill McCarthy, and Stephanie Sage, board member |
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Board Member Brian and Lynn Dunn |
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Brad and Jill Killeen with Julie Matlage, board member; and Brian Matlage |
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Jennifer Lawless, Dr. Mark Box, and Alexandra Vaters |
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Talitha McFadden, TFC featured client, shared her journey with the guests. |
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Neelima Parasker, Kelly Hokanson, Monica Wilkens, Pam Rodriguez, and Suzanne Williams, board member |
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Tyler Nottberg was honored with the Betsy Vander Velde Award for his commitment to building better futures for children in Our Town. |
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Board Members Melvin Sarmiento and Sheriff Don Ash |
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Diana Martinez, Lois Carr, Jessica Warlick, Fahima Osman, Langston Jones, Kelly Schiltz, Jenny Brandt, Sabrina Boyd, Gail McClure, Morgan Butler, Susan Owens, and Marsha Wiard, all with The Family Conservancy |
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JT Purcell, Jennifer Cullinan, Kara McClain, Lauren Daab, and Nick Nash, board member |
Also featured in the December 7, 2019 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Mindful Media
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