The Arbor Hospice Foundation is hosting its third annual fundraiser, Savour the Journey: A celebration of the things we love about life, at the Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel, 3200 Boardwalk Dr., on Saturday, May 18 at 6 p.m. The gala will support Arbor Hospice programs and services, including complementary therapies, pediatric care, grief support and uncompensated care.
The evening offers guests a chance to “savour” fine wine and a splendid strolling supper featuring delicious selections prepared by the area’s top chefs from local eateries. Featured restaurants include The Common Grill, Food For All Seasons, Gratzi, Jefferson Market & Cakery, La Marsa Mediterranean Cuisine, Makkara Sushi, Sava’s, Terry B’s, Travis Pointe Country Club, Vinology and Zingerman’s Catering and Events, and Bakehouse. Rounding out the affair will be music and dancing, as well as an auction. The evening will also feature a wine pull with bottles ranging in value from $50 to $250.
“Savour the Journey is The Arbor Hospice Foundation’s only fund raising event of the year,” said Heidi Grix, Executive Director of The Arbor Hospice Foundation. “The money we raise supports four important areas of service Arbor Hospice delivers to patients and families – complementary therapies, pediatric hospice care, grief support and uncompensated care. It’s extremely gratifying to see so many people demonstrate their belief in the work we do by joining in this very special evening.”
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The Savour the Journey planning committee has lined up a number of Amazing Experiences to be auctioned to the highest bidder, including:
- $2,500 shopping spree provided by Neiman Marcus
- One week at a Lake Michigan waterfront cottage valued at $3,000,
- A stay at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, with golf, valued at $2,100,
- Cocktail party and mixology class for 20 provided by The Ravens Club worth $1,250,
- In-home dinner for eight, with wine, provided by The Common Grill and Village Corner Wines valued at $1,500
- Strolling supper for 10 provided by The Moveable Feast worth $1,200.
“It’s a pleasure to work on the Savour the Journey planning committee given Arbor Hospice’s wonderful reputation throughout the community,” said event co-chair Janet Callaway of Ann Arbor. “When we reach out for Celebrity Chefs, Wine Pull and live auction participation, the immediate reaction we get is, ‘how can I help.’ Plus, the evening is just a lot of fun. Guests will leave feeling upbeat, knowing they’ve done their part to support a great cause.” Margaret Kephart of Ann Arbor joins Callaway in co-chairing the 2013 fundraiser.
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One hundred percent of funds raised from Savour the Journey will benefit Arbor Hospice patients and families. Tickets start at $100 and can be purchased by visiting www.arborhospice.org and clicking the “Savour the Journey” tab. Donations can be made by phone at 734.794.5338 or online at www.arborhospice.org.
About the Arbor Hospice Foundation
Founded in 2002, the Arbor Hospice Foundation is a tax exempt, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing financial and philanthropic support to advance the mission of Arbor Hospice. Through the generosity of individual donors, corporate partners and foundation support, The Arbor Hospice Foundation strives to meet the ongoing needs of more than 9,000 patients and families served by Arbor Hospice each year. We are very grateful for donations that help us continue our mission in the communities we serve. For more information, call (734) 794-5338 or visit http://www.arborhospice.org/about-us/the-arbor-hospice-foundation.