ChildServe's 2012 Bubble Ball Raises More than $70,000

More than 425 people enjoyed a night of all things bubbly on Saturday, March 31, as hosted its 2nd annual Bubble Ball gala event supporting the organization and the medical needs of the children it serves.

The Bubble Ball raised more than $70,000 in funding and in-kind support for ChildServe, which provides services for children with special health care needs and their families. The proceeds will go toward the funding of a pediatric imaging system that is used for medically-fragile children so they will not have to be transported to outside centers for X-rays.

Capital Square in downtown Des Moines was transformed into a sea of bubbly creations surrounding a 70-foot runway. Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, and a fashion show of designs inspired by children's literature and created with bubble wrap. The guest emcees were Erin and Michael Kiernan, and talented strings duo the Brazilian 2wins filled the air with energetic and melodic sounds over the course of the night.

"This event exceeded our expectations in every way," said Cheri Burns, ChildServe director of development and community relations. "We have nearly 40 dedicated committee members and more than 70 creative designers to thank for the success of the event."

Mark your calendar - next year's Bubble Ball has already been scheduled for March 30, 2013 at 7 p.m. at Capital Square in Des Moines.