Arts & Entertainment
JFCS Gala, "It's a Jungle Out There," Dec. 16
Annual event at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, takes on a more colorful flare this year, switching from black-tie to cocktail attire

Serving as one of two primary fundraising events for JFCS, this year’s annual December celebration, “It’s a Jungle Out There,” is taking on a promise of hope and brighter futures, aligning JFCS’ commitment to guiding and supporting clients on their journeys through the jungle of life. This also includes a shift from black tie to more colorful cocktail attire.
Co-chaired by Margie and Chuck Barancik and Clare and Rich Segall, the JFCS Celebration also provides an important platform for the non-profit organization to share its mission by showcasing how JFCS works with the Sarasota community to change lives together.
Date:
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Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018
Time:
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5 p.m.
Location:
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
1111 Ritz Carlton Drive
Sarasota, FL 34236
Cost:
$500/person*
*All or portion of which may be tax deductible; table and other event sponsorships also available
Tickets & Information:
Visit www.jfcs-cares.org, contact events@jfcs-cares.org or call 941-366-2224.
About JFCS:
Founded in 1985, JFCS is a fully accredited, community-based social service, non-profit organization serving Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, Collier, Lee and DeSoto counties in Florida, with the goal of empowering people to lead healthy, happy and sustainable lives. JFCS serves more than 5,700 individuals each year through counseling, prevention, intervention, outreach, case management, basic life necessities, financial aid and life skills education programs on a secular, non-denominational basis. Its seven key focal areas include Youth, Seniors, Cancer Support, Jewish Healing, Counseling, Veterans and Families. For more information, visit www.jfcs-cares.orgor call 941.366.2224.