Dallas, Texas, (February 12, 2009) – The Ronald McDonald House of Dallas has announced that community leaders Mary Meier and Pam Perella are co-chairing the annual Ronald McDonald House of Dallas Moonlight Ball. The gala event will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Brook Hollow Golf Club, 8301 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, Starting at 7 p.m., guests will enjoy cocktails, followed by dinner and dancing with entertainment provided by Rotel and the Hot Tomatoes. The Honorary Chairmen are Debbie and Alan Raynor.
Meier said, “We are thrilled to support the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas that does so much for families that are experiencing the crisis of a child with a serious illness. We invite those interested in supporting a great organization to join us at the Moonlight Ball.”
On January 22 at Alan and Randy Engstrom’s home, the organizers hosted a sponsor party to thank its generous donors. Gold Patron: Prairie Creek Partners, Katherine & Bob Penn, Robertson, Griege & Thoele. Platinum Couple: Elloine & William Clark III, Dr. Randall & Barbara Rosenblatt. Silver Patron: Barbara & Larry Adams, Mr. & Mrs. James R. Browne, Children's Medical Center, Corporate Office Centers/Betty & Michael Bullington, Carol & Sam Dalton, Mary Ann & Mike Denton, Claire & Dwight Emanuelson, The Garden Gate, Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, P.C., Mr. & Mrs. Phineas Stubbs/Mrs.Pete Pappas, Pam & Vin Perella, Debbie & Alan Raynor, Select Product Group, L.P., Southwest Airlines. Gold Couple: Bank of Texas, Tricia & Gil Besing, Vicki & Bob Chapman, Robyn & Don Conlon, Stacey & Robert Furst, Tricia & Kenn George, Jolie & Bart Humphrey, Alison & Michael Malone, Sally & Mike McWilliams, Maryann & Frank Mihalopoulos/ Xela Aroma, JoAnne & Eddy Moore, Sarah & John Seddelmeyer, Peggy & Carl Sewell, Southwestern Medical Foundation/ UTSW Medical Center, Thompson & Knight Foundation. Patron: Mrs. Lee Bailey, Jeanie Beasley & Family, Ms. Susan Brown & Mr. Bill McCoy, Mr. & Mrs. Bill Corbellini, Mr. & Mrs. Michael Crow, The Robert H. Dedman, Jr. Family Foundation Fund, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Enrico, Dr. & Mrs. Henry B. Estess, Sue & Joe Graham, Louise & Guy Griffeth, Mr. & Mrs. Tom Hughes, Nancy & Mike Kerr, Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Kobdish, Mr. & Mrs. John Lemak, Mr. & Mrs. Charles LeMaster, Libby & Ed Lenz, Sarah & Alan Losinger, Julie & John Crow Miller, Tincy & Vance Miller, Ms. Sandy Nachman, Debbie & Nickey Oates, Sandra & Rick Porter, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Quisenberry, Gigi & Ronnie Sussman, Melissa & Steve Utley, Wendy Krispin Caterer, Inc.
Tickets start at $500 for individuals and $1,000 for couples, and tables start at $5,000. Underwriting opportunities are also available. For more information, contact Courtney McLain, Director of Development for Ronald McDonald House of Dallas at 214-631-7354 or cmclain@rmhdallas.com.
ABOUT RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE OF DALLAS:
In its 28-year history, the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas has served as a home-away-from-home for more than 24,000 families of seriously ill children who have traveled to Dallas seeking medical treatment in area hospitals. By providing a caring, supportive, home-like environment, the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas keeps the family intact and helps allow a family to establish a normal routine in the midst of crisis. It also provides families with the opportunity to share their concerns with other families in similar circumstances. For more information, please contact the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas at 214.631.7354, or visit the website at www.rmhdallas.com.