COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS
HEARTS OF GILROY LUNCHEON
In May, Community Solutions held its annual“ Hearts of Gilroy” Women’ s Luncheon & Auction Fundraiser at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club in Gilroy. Community Solutions supporters, sponsors, and volunteers came together to raise funds to improve the lives of local children and families affected by abuse, violence, and mental health issues. Community Solutions President Erin O’ Brien introduced one of the organization’ s clients, who shared her powerful story of transformation. This year’ s Hearts of Gilroy Award went to the Gilroy Assistance League( GALs) for their positive impact in the Gilroy community. Addie Bryant-Habit took first prize for wearing the most spectacular candy-covered pumps. Event sponsors included: Articulate Solutions, Christopher Ranch, Paula and Joel Goldsmith, Pinnacle Bank, Red Bird Marketing, Janet and Mike Thompson, and gmhTODAY. Photos by Kimberly Ewertz.
Community Solutions staff member, Saul Gonzalez, with client speaker, Samantha
Gilroy Assistance League( GALs) representatives receiving the Hearts of Gilroy Award( l-r) Donna Pray, Phyllis Mantelli, Addie Bryant- Habit, Paula Goldsmith, Janie Mardesich and Jennifer Speno.
Spectacular Shoes Award Winners: Fran Hopkins( prettiest) Addie Bryant-Habit( most eye catching) and Gabriela Baxter( best ensemble shoe).
Male Volunteers included( l-r) Charley Gilmore, David Cox, Dean Filice, Brad Nye, Brian Bowe, emcee Jayson Stebbins, Mike Leininger and Joel Goldsmith( not pictured).
Theresa Kiernan, Jan Reed and Carol Carr enjoying the event.
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