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Hospice of the Chesapeake 'Unmasks' Venetian Ball Sponsors

Gala will be the nonprofit's largest fundraiser of the year.

Hospice of the Chesapeake invites individuals and businesses to join the generous group of sponsors already involved with the 2016 Venetian Ball benefiting the nonprofit organization.

The 2016 lead sponsors to date include: Creston G. Tate & Betty Jane Tate Foundation,

The Wilburn Company, Greenberg Gibbons Commercial Corporation, Anne Arundel Medical Center, Baltimore Washington Medical Center Foundation, Branch Banking & Trust, John and Cathy Belcher, Tech USA, Inc., Wooddell and Passaro Dental Group and Zachary’s Jewelers.

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For a full list of sponsors, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org.

The black tie event has a masquerade theme, so guests are encouraged to don a mask in the tradition of the Carnival of Venice. The ball will be held from 6 p.m. to midnight March 19, 2016, at the Hilton Baltimore BWI Hotel and will feature fine cuisine, an array of exclusive auction items and dancing.

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The annual event serves as Hospice of the Chesapeake’s largest fundraiser and is vital in raising funds for the programs and services that are provided to patients, their families and members of the community.

To learn about sponsorship opportunities, contact Chris Wilson, Director of Advancement, Hospice of the Chesapeake, at 443.837.1530 or cwilson@hospicechesapeake.org. Tickets are now available for purchase online at www.hospicechesapeake.org.

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Caring for life throughout the journey with illness and loss is the mission of Hospice of the Chesapeake. For more information, please visit www.hospicechesapeake.org.

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