The final numbers are in for this year’s Hamilton County Festival of Trees. A record of 210 guests attended the quickly sold-out event that was held last month at the Bridgewater Country Club.
Santa himself auctioned off both a Silent Night visit and a Toy Making visit. Pianist John Cernero form “GraceNote” welcomed guests as they arrived. Tenth Street Photography had a photo booth for guests.
Executive Director of Good Samaritan Network Nancy Chance received The Circle of Corydon Award from Governor Eric Holcomb for her service to the community. The award was presented by State Senator Victoria Spartz, State Representative Chuck Goodrich and Hamilton County Clerk Kathy Richardson.
A silent auction, new this year, raised approximately $20,000, which contributed to a total of $50,000 raised at the event. The money has been and will continue to be used to help the underserved residents living and working in Hamilton County.
The event organizers would like to thank all guests and the following sponsors for the generosity:
Pinnacle
Gaylor Electric
Pillar
Baird family, Chapman Electric, Community Health Network, Goins Family Fund, Mutual Bank of Carmel
Platform
Delta Faucet, Kinsey’s Floor Covering, Moser Consulting, State Senator Victoria Spartz, Spencer Farm and Wall2Wall Painting
Partner
Breathe Easy Hamilton County, L & M Gardens, R4 Galleria, Altman Poindexter & Wyatt – Attorneys at Law, County Commissioners Christine Altman and Mark E. Heirbrandt, Meyer Najem Construction and Walker & Associates Insurance