Redwood, a Northern Kentucky nonprofit serving children and adults with severe and multiple disabilities, will host its 40th annual Redwood Express fundraising gala Friday, March 4 at Music Hall in Cincinnati. The gala raises money for Redwood to fulfill its mission to provide services, solutions, and hope for children and adults with disabilities.
KISS 107.1 on-air personality JonJon uses a hulu hoop during Redwood’s 2013 circus-themed gala. (Photo from Redwood)
“For four decades, the Redwood family has come together to raise funds so our organization can continue fulfilling our mission to help children and adults to grow their abilities, shatter barriers and shine bright,” said Sharon Fusco, CEO of Redwood. “We’re excited to welcome the community to join us for an evening of fun and entertainment to celebrate the ruby anniversary of Redwood Express.”
The event will run from 6-11 p.m. and include live music by The Sly Band, a plated dinner, open bar, live and silent auctions, and raffles – including the Grand Adventure Raffle in which the winner can choose from five different travel adventures. JonJon, on-air personality for KISS 107.1, will serve as emcee.
“I have seen firsthand the impact that Redwood has on its clients and their loved ones,” said John Curl, better known as JonJon from KISS 107.1 to radio listeners. “One of those clients happens to be my cousin, Cheryl Haas. It’s pretty hard not to notice the giant smile on her face when she Facetimes me from her workstation at Redwood. This organization can be credited with helping to create that daily smile.”
Gala attendees participate in a previous event’s silent auction (Photo from Redwood)
Tickets to Redwood Express are $150 and are available for purchase at the Redwood Express event site, along with raffle tickets. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information about corporate sponsorship packages, please contact Sharon Fusco at sfusco@redwoodnky.org or by phone at 859-409-8424.
“We are so grateful to our sponsors, especially presenting sponsor Heritage Bank, who have been so generous to Redwood for many years,” said the event chair, Donna Bloemer. “We hope to see many new and familiar supporters as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Redwood Express, honoring the event’s legacy as we move into the future.”
Since its founding in 1953, Redwood has guided children and adults with multiple and severe disabilities to achieve independence and reach their highest potential throughout their lives, by providing enriching educational, therapeutic and vocational services.
To learn more about Redwood and its services, visit redwoodnky.org.
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