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About the Charity:
The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County
Description of Charity:
About The Salvation
Army of Palm Beach County - The Salvation Army (established
in 1865) is one of the most significant global nonprofit
providers of social services to people living in
impoverished communities worldwide. The Salvation Army of
Palm Beach County
has helped countless
individuals and families overcome poverty, addiction, and
economic hardships through a range of social services since
1922.
Main Fundraising Event:
The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County celebrates its
Centennial Anniversary with The Paradise Ball.
Honorary Chair:
Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill
Location and City:
Mar-a-Lago Palm Beach, FL
Ticket Price:
$1,250.00
Description of Event:
The evening begins with a reception followed
by a delicious Dinner and Dancing to the fabulous Equinox
Orchestra, and a Live Auction of select exquisite items.
This year’s Ball is sure to be the talk of the town… and we
hope you will join us in celebration!
In 1922, Marjorie Merriweather Post purchased a parcel of
land to build what would later be called Mar-a-Lago, in the
same year The Salvation Army located its offices in West
Palm Beach, Florida.
“Mar-a-Lago,” loosely translated from Spanish for “sea to
lake,” but also, a clever take on the lady of the house’s
first name, Marjorie. In 1927, Marjorie, and Mar-a-Lago may
have been known for their grandiosity, both were hosts to
great acts of generosity as well. After the stock market
crash of October 1929 Marjorie became deeply concerned with
the plight of those affected by the hardships, especially
the multitude of hungry people. She put her jewels into a
vault, cancelled the insurance, and with the money saved she
provided funds for the Marjorie Post Hutton Free Food
Station. It was operated by The Salvation Army in New York
City. One newspaper described her as "Lady Bountiful"
because of her gracious generosity to those less fortunate.
For five years, 1930 to 1935, one thousand grateful women
and children received nourishing hot meals in dignified
surroundings. In Palm Beach County, The Salvation Army
strives to help those in need with a multitude of programs
and services, such as Anti-Human Trafficking, Christmas
Giving, Crowns & Confidence, Emergency Disaster Services,
Emergency Food Assistance, Men’s Programs, Pathway of Hope,
Veteran’s Program, Women’s Programs, Youth Empowerment
Programs and so much more. You can be an integral part of
this event as a patron, sponsor or donor and join the legacy
of “Doing The Most Good” for those in need.
Honorary Chairpersons
(if none, write N/A):
N/A
Chairpersons (if none, write
N/A):
Holly Holden, Chairwoman Farley
Rentschler, Jr. Committee Chairwoman
Joan Parker, Live Auction Chairwoman
William Mikus, Advisory Board Chairman
Major Sponsors (if none,
write N/A):
Roberto Coin
Jewelry, Thulani South Africa, Stanglwirt Wellness Resort
Contact Person:
Linda Gunter
Phone #:
561-686-3530 x26270
Email:
Linda.gunter@uss.salvationarmy.org
Website:
www.salvationarmypalmbeachcounty.org
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