Hearts for Hope Fashion Show 2011

The 12th Annual Hearts for Hope Fashion Show, Luncheon & Auction to benefit House of Hope was held Friday, Feb. 11, 2011, at Mariner Sands Country Club.

On Feb. 15, fashion show chairwoman Elaine Matts announced that preliminary figures show that the event raised a record $52,000 for House of Hope.

The theme for this year's event was "Cupid's Garden." Elaine and her committee welcomed guests to an exquisite garden paradise to enjoy the fun, philanthropy and friendship of the special event.

The centerpiece of the annual event is the modeling of "upscale resale" fashions courtesy of donors to House of Hope. Randi Zabriskie will return as the fashion coordinator and provide commentary. Randi is a part-time Mariner Sands resident who owns a women's clothing boutique in Aurora, NY, called Jane Morgan's Little House.

The modeled fashions and more were sold after the show. Boutique items are always for sale at all four House of Hope locations.

The event raises funds to support House of Hope programs to provide food, clothing, case management and emergency financial assistance to Martin County’s struggling families and senior citizens.

House of Hope’s 11th Annual Fashion Show, Luncheon and Silent Auction was held Feb. 12, 2010, at Mariner Sands Country Club.

Photos of the event and preparations

Photos and More photos by Photography by Mary Ann

Nearly 300 guests attended the event, which combines fun, friendship and philanthropy. The record number of guests helped House of Hope achieve its fund-raising goals.

The centerpiece of the annual event is the modeling of "upscale resale" fashions courtesy of donors to House of Hope. Randi Zabriskie coordinated the fashions and provided the commentary. Randi is a part-time Mariner Sands resident who owns a women's clothing boutique in Aurora, NY, called Jane Morgan's Little House.

The event also included live and silent auctions with fabulous getaways and pampering spa packages, plus fine gifts, entertainment packages and restaurants.

During the live auction, Grace Towner modeled an elegant Badgley Mischka gown donated by Michelle Maguire. House of Hope volunteer Deb Connett was the winning bidder.

Another highlight of the show was the chance to win an exquisitely custom-designed necklace created exclusively for House of Hope by Diamonds by Terry.

For a $25 donation, guests could purchase a key that could open a jewelry box that contains a custom diamond, gold and gemstone necklace worth about $1,850.

The winning key belonged to Diane Ballard, who was thrilled with her prize!

 

Event Committee 2010 Elaine Matts, chairwoman Lorraine Cardarelli, Cherise Chesney, Jean Fedele, Doni Haas, Laurel Kelly, Sue Kinane, Loretta Kocik, Sue McVeigh, Doris Medwin, Sara Norman, Judy Rosenthal, Janie Waggener Randi Zabriskie and Sara Norman prep the fashions! Hearts for Hope Volunteer Models Rosie Alexander, Barbara Carter, Cherise Chesney, Susan Clifford, Debbie Connett, Eileen Cuff, Joyce D'Agata, Jan Dorsey, Jennifer Ferarri, Jackie Holfelder, Allisson Kocijan, Connie Lewis, Sally Moore, Penny Pagenkopf, Linda Neiderkorn, Linda Purkey, Glynis Reed, Eve Samples, Savanna Stillwell, Grace Towner

Presenting Sponsor:

Pedersen Family
Foundation

Silver Sponsor
Law Office of
Lauri J. Goldstein P.A.
Bobbie Trimble

Cupid Sponsors
Champion Home
Health Care
Mark William Fedele DMD
Kinane Corp.
Patrick Exterminating
Waterblasting Technologies

Table Sponsors
Marc Baldinger
Comerica Bank
Eaglewood Friends
Judy Rosenthal
Seacoast National Bank

Special Thanks
Ace Hardware
Diamonds by Terry
Elaine Matts
Photography by Mary Ann

The 10th Annual Fashion Show, Luncheon & Silent Auction was held Thursday, March 5, 2009. at Mariner Sands Country Club. During this unique event, volunteers modeled high-fashion clothing donated to House of Hope resale stores. Read more >>

The event included a silent auction with fabulous getaways and pampering spa packages, plus fine gifts, entertainment packages and restaurants. Featured fashions also were sold.

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The highlight of the auction was a 5-day/4-night stay at a grand resort in the Caribbean island of Grenada, donated by the Grenada Board of Tourism in conjunction with the Grenadian by Rex Resorts. The value of the stay is approximately $1,135.

House of Hope board member Terry Carder and his wife, BJ, were the hosts of the event. BJ Carder also coordinated the models, fashions and commentary. The emcee was Sue McVeigh of Smith Barney.

Volunteers modeled designer fashions donated to House of Hope’s “Resale Shoppes.”  Models include Scripps “Bargainista” Kelly Tyko; Patricia Daum of Hammock Creek; Jeanne Crawford of Piper's Landing; Gina Riley of Lost Lake; Rosie Alexander and Darlene Nulf from Eaglewood; Doni Haas from the Yacht & Country Club; Joyce D’Agata from Sandpiper; and Mariner Sands’ Linda Jones, Jan Dorsey, Susan Clifford, Glynis Reed, Barbara Carter, Molly Hoffman, Sally Moore and Linda Santomenna.

Judy Rosenthal
Sue Kinane
Marian Carpenter
Cherise Chesney
Valerie Graham
Nancy Clark
Loretta Kocik
Elaine Matts
Pam Maglio
Allola McGraw
Sue McVeigh
Gail Pederson-Pfister

Sponsors 2009

Bobbie Trimble
Senior Home Companions
KVAR America Inc.
FPL
Jim & Elaine Matts
Renova Day Spa & Salon
Judith Rosenthal