Fairfield, CT - Join Operation Hope as it acknowledges the support and dedication of the surrounding community and Community Hero Award honorees at the 15th Annual Evening of Hope. The event is Operation Hope’s most significant fundraiser and will be held Thursday, May 19, 2016, 6:30pm at The Patterson Club in Fairfield. Cocktails, dinner, music, silent and live auctions and more will all be part of this fun and festive evening designed to raise funds to provide neighbors in need with food, shelter and counseling.
Community Hero Awards will be presented to the following community members who have helped Operation Hope advance its mission through their dedication and support:
The Spollett/Waldman Award – Named after Rev. David Spollett (First Church Congregational) and Rabbi Label Waldman (Congregation Beth El) for their extraordinary vision and courage that led to the birth of Operation Hope. This will be awarded in loving memory of Ellen S. Redgate, long-time Operation Hope volunteer and the first Food Pantry manager.
The Stewart B. and Lucie C. McKinney Award – Named after former Connecticut Congressman and his wife who pushed forward federal legislation that created public policy, critical funding and a voice for those who struggle with homelessness, Harry’s Wine and Liquors co-owners William Miller, Patrick Monteleone and Scott Pollack will be honored for their continued commitment to supporting the community.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available and open to the public. By supporting the Evening of Hope, you help Operation Hope directly support neighbors in need of shelter, food, counseling and more. Friends in the community are asked to contribute in one of the following ways:
- Become a Sponsor of the event
- Purchase an Ad in the ad journal
- Donate a Live or Silent Auction item
- Join us in the Celebration that evening
For tickets and sponsorships/ads/auctions, please contact Business Manager Paula Morthanos at pmorthanos@operationhopect.org or 203-292-5588 x246.