Monday, May 24, 2010

Grant’s Gala 7:00 pm August 14th, 2010


Memphis, Tenn. – Great food, beer, wine, dancing and the opportunity to bid on some exceptional items and gifts at the silent auction are just some of the things you can expect from the fourth annual Grant's Gala. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Children's Heart Foundation (childrensheartfoundation.org) in order to fund the most promising pediatric congenital heart defect research.

Grant's Gala aims to raise $20,000 or more to enable The Children's Heart Foundation to continue aggressively funding pediatric congenital heart defect research.

Congenital heart defects are the most common and most deadly group of birth defects and affect nearly approximately 36,000 births a year or one birth every 15 minutes. More than half of all children born with a CHD will require at least one invasive surgery during their lifetime. Sadly, 20 percent of these children will not live to celebrate their first birthday. Even survivors of successful childhood treatment can face life-long risks from congenital heart disease, including heart failure, rhythmic disorders, stroke, renal dysfunction, and neurocognitive dysfunction.

Grant’s Gala was created in 2007 by Holly Gomila Goughnour and Michael Goughnour to honor the memory of their son, Grant Michael Goughnour, who was born on August 5th, 2002 with an undiagnosed congenital heart defect and suddenly passed away seventeen days after his birth.

Bring your friends and co-workers to Hudson Hall Ballroom at the Central Train Station (545 South Main Street) at 7:00pm on August 14th to enjoy a great evening for an important cause. Event tickets for the fourth annual Grant's Gala are $50 per person before July 31st 2010, or $65 per person after that date. Tickets will be held at the door.

Please visit our website at www.grantsgala.com for more information about this exciting event, to purchase event tickets and/or to make a donation. Thank you for your support.



Founded in 1996, The Children's Heart Foundation is motivated by the needs to bring health, hope and happiness to children impacted by congenital heart defects, the number one birth defect in the United States. They accomplish this goal by funding the most promising research to advance the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of congenital heart defects. For more information, please call 847-634-6474 or visit www.childrensheartfoundation.org.

The United Methodist Neighborhood Centers of Memphis, Inc. Annual Fundraiser.

Theatre Memphis is hosting The United Methodist Neighborhood Centers of Memphis, Inc., June 1st, 2010, for UMNC's annual fundraiser. There will be a special showing of Joseph and The AmazingTechnicolor Dreamcoat. A silent auction and Holy Land Buffet will start at 6pm and "curtain up" at 7:30pm.

The Beale Street Caravan Blowout


Beale Street Caravan Blowout

Date: June 3, 2010, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Location: Ardent Studios, 2000 Madison.

Featuring: Performance by Blues band Homemade Jamz, silent auction including local art, vacation packages and music memorabilia, open bar and hors d’oeuvres.

Tickets: $75 per person, available for purchase at http://bealestreetcaravanblowout.eventbrite.com/ or direct at 901-527-4666. Supports the preservation and promotion of Memphis music through radio broadcasts around the world.

Shell Out for the Arts!

The Exceptional Art Fundraiser is June 6th, 2010


EXCEPTIONAL ART SHOW & RECEPTION

The Exceptional Art Show and Reception, held Sunday, June 6th at 6:00 p.m., is the culmination of a year's hard work and creative endeavors by the EFWT's participants. Great works of art, such as painted canvases, note cards, wine glasses are for sale and a silent auction will include a local artists section as well. Guests will enjoy music, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.

Partial List of Participating Local Memphis Artists

Rachel Ballentine
Peggy Drinkard
Paul Edelstein
Vicki Shipley
Ann Stephens
Tiffany M. White
Camille Whitley
And More!

Invitation artwork created by the EFWT's very own-Margo F.

Donations to the EFWT are tax deductible.

To RSVP, please contact KC Hutchinson or call 901-387-5002

The Exceptional Foundation of West
Tennessee is a non-profit organization which
strives to meet the social and recreational needs
of the exceptional population in the greater Memphis area.
For more information, please visit
www.exceptionalfoundationwesttn.org

Monday, May 10, 2010

The Echoes of Truth

Mike Huckabee, 44th Governor of Arkansas and 2008 Presidential Candidate, to Speak at Salvation Army’s Annual Dinner

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, April 22, 2010 – The Salvation Army and presenting sponsor SunTrust Bank, announced today that Mike Huckabee, 44th Governor of Arkansas and 2008 Presidential Candidate, will be the keynote speaker at The Salvation Army’s “Everyday Heroes: Building a Solid Community” Annual Dinner. This year’s dinner will be held at the University of Memphis Holiday Inn on Monday, May 17 at 7 p.m.
Huckabee is currently the host of Fox News Channel’s number one rated weekend hit “HUCKABEE” and is heard three times a day on ABC Radio Network’s “Huckabee Report.” Huckabee is also the author of six books and has been recognized as a national leader by many leading publications and organizations.
“We are thrilled to have such a decorated speaker who exemplifies a passion for our country and understands the importance of ‘doing the most good,’” said Major Mark Woodcock, Area Commander of The Salvation Army. “Huckabee’s career and experiences have been focused on building strong futures for our country’s communities, which fits perfectly with the dinner’s theme “Everyday Heroes: Building a Solid Community.”
Johnny Moore, Jr., President and CEO of presenting sponsor SunTrust Bank, will introduce Huckabee.
Huckabee has received national recognition for his dedication to programs close to his heart. He was named one of 2005’s ‘Public Officials of the Year’ by Governing Magazine, and in the same year, was ranked as one of the top five best governors in America by Time Magazine. Huckabee, a musician in his own right, has helped further develop music education and was even presented the Music for Life Award in 2007 by the National Association of Music Merchants for his commitment. He also has placed a national emphasis on healthy living and diabetes awareness due to his personal experience with Type II Diabetes.
Prior to being a political leader, Huckabee was a leader within his community and was a pastor. He became the youngest president of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention where he guided growing congregations.
“We think Huckabee’s enthusiasm and dedication compliments the mission of The Salvation Army, as he values strong, stable communities,” said Major Woodcock. “Our annual dinner is an important event for us to raise money for our on-going programs and services that benefit the Memphis community. We feel confident Huckabee captures the essence of this year’s dinner, which is to recognize that it’s the everyday people in our community who are the true leaders in creating solid futures for our community. Their support and actions enable The Salvation Army to continue to meet the needs in our community.”
At this year’s dinner, The Salvation Army will present its “Doing the Most Good” Award, which recognizes a Memphis volunteer who has shown outstanding commitment to building a better community. Huckabee will present the award to the winner at a reception prior to the dinner.
The money raised at the annual dinner benefits the three shelters located within the Salvation Army’s Purdue Center of Hope facility. Renewal Place, Emergency Family Shelter and the Single Women’s Lodge are geared towards providing women and children who are in need with food, shelter and the necessities to build a solid life. These three programs serve hundreds of women and children every year.
Individual tickets for this year’s dinner are $125. Tables for 10 are $1,250. Premium levels of sponsorship for the annual dinner are also available. For more information on sponsorship levels, for general information on the dinner or to book tickets, please call Elizabeth Duncan at (901) 260-9130 or visit our Web site at www.salvationarmymemphis.org.