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OLD NEWSBOYS

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The Old Newsboys’ Goodfellow Fund of Detroit hosted its 32nd annual tribute breakfast honoring Tony Michaels, president and CEO of The Parade Co., on Oct. 21 at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. Michaels was presented with the Edward H. McNamara Award, which recognizes individuals who have “significantly contributed to the community.” Funds raised at the event help provide holiday gift boxes to children ages 4 through 13 in Detroit, Highland Park, River Rouge,

Hamtramck, Harper Woods, and Ecorse.

6. Carice and Tony Michaels, Beth Conely 7. Rhonda Fields, Alexis Brandl, Samantha Sugiyama, Pamela Good, Genna Young, Terry Rhadigan 8. Chief James White, Charles Simms 9. Hon. Dennis Archer, Rev. Wendell Anthony, Sheriff Raphael Washington 10. Pete Kowalski, Margaret Trimer

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HEART OF GOLD

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Variety, the Children’s Charity, hosted its Heart of

Gold Gala to celebrate 90 years of service on

Oct. 28 at Andiamo Celebrity Showroom in

Warren. The event raised funds for “simply helping kids no matter the need.” Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres, a dinner, a program featuring a raffle and remarks, and a celebrity impression performance by Bob Anderson. The event was sponsored by Lincoln of Troy.

1. Rod Alberts, Randy Ortis, Nolan Finley, John Youngblood 2. Felicia Shaw, Nino Cutraro, Ed Shaw 3. Vinnie and Michelle Celani 4. Christina and Michael Sabatini, Karen Sabatini 5. Gabrielle Maddox, Erica Davenport

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WOMEN ROCK SCIENCE

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The Cranbrook Institute of Science hosted the fifth annual Women Rock Science event on Oct. 12 at the Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills. The event raised funds to bring more STEAM programming, delivered by Cranbrook Institute of Science educators, to Pre-K to grade 12 students in underserved communities throughout Michigan, including Detroit, Pontiac, Flint, and Southfield.

11. Grant Theron, Kryty Sagnia 12. Kelle Ilitch, Sianna Ilitch, Catherine Bulgarelli 13. Linzie Venegas, Kim Reuss 14. Ric and Donna DeVore (rear), Hayden DeVore, Blake DeVore 15. Timothy and Corrie Furry

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Reaching Higher, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Brighton, hosted its 25th anniversary gala on Nov. 12 at The Westin Book Cadillac in downtown Detroit. The event raised funds for the organization’s mission to impact the world and the future through personal leadership development and coaching youth. Guests enjoyed a seated dinner and drinks at the event, which honored Reaching Higher founder Susie Dahlman and celebrated the impact the organization has had on more than 10,000 students since its inception.

1. Jennie and Chris Schild, Doug and Jennifer Moffat 2. Julia DePorre, Jules DePorre, Paul Thielking 3. Nicholle and Kevin Larry 4. Stacey Starr, Kayla Starr, Angie and Brian Clark 5. Susan and Chris Magle

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KIDNEY BALL

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The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan in

Ann Arbor hosted its 17th annual Kidney Ball on

Nov. 19 at the MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit.

The event raised funds to support the organization’s mission of preventing kidney disease and improve the quality of life for those living with the condition. Guests enjoyed a cocktail reception and a seated dinner, a live and a silent auction, and live music performed by Your Generation In Concert.

11. Jason Carr, Natalie Blonski, Dana and Javier Cardenas 12. Rick Miller, Mercadez Kelly, Lyndi Miller, Dan Carney 13. Justin Fishaw, Laura Szrymomski 14. Geri and Dave Brown 15. Deborah and Loren Venegas

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HOB NOBBLE GOBBLE

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The Parade Co. in Detroit hosted its annual Hob

Nobble Gobble event, presented by Ford Motor Co., on Nov. 18 at Ford Field in downtown Detroit.

Funds raised from the event support the Detroit nonprofit’s production of America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, in addition to other community activities. Guests enjoyed a carnival midway, games, free prizes, a gourmet buffet dinner, and live entertainment.

6. Hon. David and Neran Viviano, Tracie and Mark Hackel 7. Tammy Carnrike, Guliana Granata, Terra Granata 8. Kelly Houseman, Christina Taylor, Alexandra Sheppard 9. Maurie and April Morton 10. Paul Huxley, Cindy Pasky

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UNCORKED FOR A CURE

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The Dynami Foundation in Birmingham hosted its seventh annual Uncork for a Cure fundraiser on

Oct. 22 at M1 Concourse in Pontiac. Funds from the event bring breast cancer researchers, patients, and supporters together through funding research, survivorship programs, and ongoing education. Guests enjoyed a strolling dinner, a

Moët Champagne lounge, rare wines, and rides around the M1 Concourse racetrack.

6. Karen Odierna, Mishawn Fosse, Julie Dee, Mary Cogan 7. Terrence and Versha Pleasant, Melissa Pilewskie, Monika Burness 8. Kellie and Mike Ferrantino 9. Ron and Jennifer Ruks 10. Tanya Clark, Robert Kaiser

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GIVING BACK

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The Association of Fundraising Professionals

Greater Detroit Chapter hosted a celebration of

National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 3 at the MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit. The event raised funds to promote generosity and positive social good through fundraising best practices. Guests enjoyed a strolling dinner, networking, and the honoring of donors, volunteers, corporations, and foundations, as well as others committed to change and philanthropy.

1. Dave Meador, Mariam Noland 2. Vertrice Allen, Kierra and Paul Riser, Karl Bell 3. Michael and Sandy Hermanoff 4. Mallory Applewhite, Theresa Gray, Jen Merz 5. John and Joanne Carter

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GO BEYOND GALA

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The RIM Foundation, a Detroit-based nonprofit organization, hosted its annual Go Beyond Gala on

Dec. 6 at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. The event raised funds that help make a significant and lasting, positive effect on people who have had life-altering disabilities. Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour, a silent auction, a seated dinner, a tribute program, and live entertainment.

11. Leonard Corbin, Camille Jamerson, Jillian Nathan, Alan Hunt 12. Lisa and Chuck Sansone, Theresa Kittridge 13. Josh Ludwig, Betty Jane Blossfeld 14. Kevin and Emily Killian 15. Mark Davis, Frank Torre, Chad Howard