SENICA — The ninth annual Black and White Ball, in partnership with ONYX, was held Feb. 24 at Senica’s Oak Ridge and raised approximately $50,000 (gross) for Starved Rock Regional Center for Therapy and Child Development (SRRC). One hundred percent of proceeds will remain local and help children by giving them the opportunity to live, learn and play to their maximum potential.
Around 200 guests attended this popular annual event which included dinner, dancing, a complimentary martini bar, music, photos, a live auction, raffles and the introduction of the 2018 ambassador, Rainee Jonassen, and her family.
SRRC is a non-profit agency that serves more than 500 children per year. Services include speech, developmental and physical therapy to children throughout the Starved Rock area; a child care center for children with and without special needs in Ottawa, and toddler classes for 2 year olds.
For more information, contact Beattie at 814-434-0857 or tracyb@starvedrockcenter.org.
“The ball continues to be a solid fundraiser that is beloved by the community,” said Tracy Beattie, president and CEO of SRRC. “Thanks to everyone involved, we exceeded our goal and continue to raise more every year. We are truly looking forward to the 10th annual ball in 2019.”