Better Family Life
30TH ANNUAL UNITY BALL
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Photos and story by Diane Anderson
he 30th annual Unity Ball was held at the Ballroom at America’s Center. Better Family Life has been presenting this premier event kicking off the holiday season for 30 years. Proceeds have been and will continue to be used to enhance their many programs geared toward helping individuals and families become self-sufficient. Once again they honored several outstanding corporate, civic and community leaders who have made a positive contribution to the St. Louis metropolitan area, among them Tom Bailey, Ron Roberts, Carmen Dence, Doretha Gilbert, Paula Dion Ingram, Laurel Tinsley, Mike Murphy and Bobby Smith. Marla Dunbar served as chairperson. Dr. Kirk and Leslie Washington
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Better Family Life has hosted its Unity Ball for 30 years. It is an elegant event that is geared toward fundraising, networking and fellowship among the diverse St. Louis population. This year we enjoyed guests from New York, New Orleans, California, Nigeria and all parts in between. CONNIE WILSON, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CEO, BETTER FAMILY LIFE
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