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GIRLS INCORPORATED ST. LOUIS
Cheryl Jones, CEO of Girls Inc., was one of 25 global leaders who participated in a summit in Mumbai, India, exploring the question “What will shape the workforce of the future?” Issues included education, environment, technology, finance and diversity, equity and inclusion.
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314.385.8088 girlsincstl.org
Healing Action
Healing Action serves adult survivors of sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation by providing basic needs assistance, trauma therapy and survivor-centered care. Partner with us to help survivors heal and rebuild their lives.
314.833.4515 healingaction.org
Kids In The Middle
Kids In The Middle offers programs for children and families of divorce and separation, which provides counseling, education and support to help them cope with emotional challenges and build resilience for a brighter future.
2650 S. Hanley Road, Ste. 150 314.909.9922 kidsinthemiddle.org
The Magic House
On Sept. 29, The Magic House will host its annual gala, The Magic Ball: La Dolce Vita, to celebrate our newest cultural exhibit, Ciao Bambini, and to benefit the museum’s commitment to providing playful learning experiences for the community.
516. S. Kirkwood Road 314.822.8900 magichouse.org
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Join us on Sept. 9 and 10 for the Bike MS: Gateway Getaway at Lewis & Clark Community College in Godfrey, Illinois. Together we can create a world free of MS.
10420 Old Olive St. Road, Ste. 300 314.446.4177 gatewaybikems.org
ST. ANDREW'S CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
Join us at the 19th Annual Ageless Remarkable Saint Louisans Gala on Sept. 30 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac. This event will honor 12 remarkable Saint Louisans while raising funds to serve low-income seniors.
1001 Craig Road, Ste. 200 314.802.1944 standrewscharitablefoundation.org
SSM HEALTH CARDINAL GLENNON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Join the Field-Side Party at Glennon Gallop on Sept. 16! Sport your best Kentucky Derby attire, pack a picnic and enjoy an exciting polo match—all for a great cause. Proceeds benefit The Danis Pediatric Center at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital
3800 Park Ave. 314.577.5606 glennon.org/gallop/field-side
ST. LOUIS LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION
Children need hope, understanding and compassion to learn and reach their full potential. For more than 30 years, St. Louis LDA has provided the education and support families and students need.
13537 Barrett Parkway Drive, Ste. 110 314.966.3088 ldastl.org
ANKEN JORDAN PEDIATRIC BRIDGE HOSPITAL beyond gala 2023
by bill barrett
The annual fundraiser supports Ranken Joddan’s mission to help young patients transition home so they can live to their fullest potential. Guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auctions and dancing.
guests: Event co-chairs Dawn and Mike Andrew, president and CEO Shawn Dryden, Mary Ranken Jordan Service to Children award recipients Shannon and Bill Willhite
HOPE HAPPENS FOR NEUROLOGICAL annual evening of hope
All proceeds of the event benefit Hope Happens and the Hope Center for Neurological Disorders at Washington University School of Medicine. Guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, a live auction and entertainment by the Charles Glenn Group. Event chairs Mark Menghini and Colby Schmid, Spirit of Hope Award recipients Dr. Aaron DiAntonio and Dr. Jeffrey Milbrandt, special honoree Beverly Stiger
FOUNDATION FOR illumination gala by diane anderson
The event raises funds to support the groundbreaking research being done at the Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center. Along with enjoying dinner and cocktails, guests were entertained by celebrity host Colin Jost. guests: BJC president and CEO Richard Liekweg, lead ambassador Penny Pennington, Siteman Cancer
