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February 21, 2009 SECOND ANNUAL CHILDREN'S INNVITATIONAL On June 1st, 124 golfers teed off at Lakewood Country Club in Rockville, MD in support of The Children's Inn. After a sunny day of golf, players and guests enjoyed cocktails, a silent auction, dinner and awards hosted by Paul Berry, one of DC's most respected journalists. Special thanks to our Platinum sponsor, Booz Allen Hamilton as well as DAS, Altum, IT Solutions, TerpSys, Colonial Parking and GNSI for making this a successful and sold-out event for The Inn!
This annual gala brings together the federal information technology and defense industries. Steven M. Vito, President and Group Publisher, Government Executive Media Group, served as Gala Industry Chair and Michael W. Carlton, Health and Human Services CIO, served as Government Co-Chair. Major corporate contributors included: Microsoft, General Dynamics Information Technology, Northrop Grumman, Booz Allen Hamilton and Tech Team Government Solutions.
Inspirational Inn resident, Katie Gajewski, spoke to the attendees about her experiences of enduring treatment for a rare brain tumor while being an active high school student. For her 16th birthday, she hosted her own fundraiser back home in Pennsylvania that raised $12,000 for The Inn. AFCEA's live auction included lunch with influential political voices-Chris Matthews, Charlie Cook, Newt Gingrich and Cokie Roberts, a Harley Davidson "Heritage Classic" and two beautiful hand-made quilts by local artist and Inn supporter, Lauren Kingsland and inspired by Inn residents. The silent auction featured a large collection of fine art, children's hand-made crafts, and elegant jewelry. To date, this group has raised more than $3 million to benefit The Inn. ANNUAL BLACK AND WHITE BALL SWING DANCE 18TH ANNUAL COME BACK TO BETHESDA CAR, TRUCK & MOTORCYCLE SHOW AND FAMILY DAY In addition to the auto show, there were fun events for the entire family. The Nighthawks, acclaimed rock n' roll and blues band, played at 1:00 pm, while Donna “The Animal” Wilkinson of the D.C. Divas stopped by to sign autographs and pose for pictures with the kids. Steve Chenevey, Fox 5 morning news anchor, also came out to support The Inn and enjoy the festivities with our Inn residents. We are very grateful for the Come Back to Bethesda sponsors, patrons and volunteers who continue this tradition of generosity. Mark your calendar to attend next year’s show and family day: October 3, 2009! |
On April 4th, the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) Bethesda Chapter held its 11th Annual "A Night for the Children" gala at the Mayflower Hotel. This years event raised $400,000 to benefit The Inn.
