Kylie Benjamin, Heather Benjamin,
and Sara Velarde
Judy Cater, Romaine Sullivan,
Curry Wolfe, and Peggy Leger
Nicole Palomino and
Carrie O'Loughlin
Kathleen Sellick with Ed and Ann Witt
Arnulfo Manriquez
and Lisette Islas
Jim Kennedy, Kay Bunch,
Bob Kilian, and Kristin Wiggins
Claire Reiss and
Deacon Jim Vargas
Nani Richards
Greg and Andrea McMullen
Erik Misleh and Carina Torres
Larry Meadows and
Jamie Lavender
Children's Charity Gala
Father Joe's Villages presented a magical night at e US
Grant Hotel filled with dining, dancing, silent and live
auctions, and entertainment. e gala, themed "Hope
Blooms," honored Ed and Ann Witt with the inaugural
Father Joe Carroll Award in recognition of their long-
standing commitment to the mission of Father Joe's
Villages. Proceeds supported programs and services for
children experiencing homelessness including Father
Joe's Villages' fully licensed and accredited preschool and
after-school programs, erapeutic Childcare Center,
and emergency and life-sustaining services including
food, shelter, and healthcare for families in need.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY BOB STEFANKO
ranchandcoast.com @ranchandcoast
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