The Whole Person – It’s Magic! Night of Independence Gala
The Whole Person’s It’s Magic! – Night of Independence Gala was held on September 22nd. Sally Firestone, 2017 Paul H. Levy Founder’s Award winner; was the honorary chairman, and Morgan Perry served as the chairman. The event featured a video message by Magician David Copperfield, a cocktail reception, live magic and aerial performances, silent and live auctions, a dinner, an awards ceremony, and dancing. The Whole Person’s mission is to assist people with disabilities to live independently.
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| Larry Baker and Michael West, Volunteers of the Year Award winners |
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| Rigoberto Jurado, Jennifer John, Jordan Ward, Shannon Blackwell, and Victor Le’Yon |
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| Lindsey Denney with Shari and Chris Albright |
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| Keynote Speaker Sarah Castle, Individual Award winner; addressed the guests. |
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| Aerial Arts performer, Samantha Davis |
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| Carla Oppenheimer, board president; Julie DeJean, The Whole Person; Christopher Herzog representing Cerner, Corporate Volunteer Group of the Year Award winner; and Morgan Perry, chairman |
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| Julie Corrigan, Ashley Frerking, Jeff Stanturf, Carla Norcott-Mahany, Aaron Dubois, and Carole Thomas |
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| Nick Vasos, emcee |
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| Carla Oppenheimer, board president; Julie DeJean, The Whole Person; Travis Bryant representing the Kansas City Royals, Corporate Award winner; and Morgan Perry, chairman |
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| Mark Kneib, Julie DeJean, The Whole Person; Susie Haake and Michael Riley |
Also featured in the November 10, 2018 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Roy Inman
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