Special Events & Gala

2009 GALA

Saturday , October 3, 2009

6:30 pm- 10:30 pm

Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School

Join us for an evening of fun and fundraising.

Cocktail Buffet Dinner, Live Auction

Featured Guest Speaker Father Evanson Njogu of Mercy Center Lare, Kenya President

Guest Vocalist Michael Bethea “I Am A Voice”

Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School
1524 Thirty-fifth Street, N.W Washington, D.C. 20007
$125.00 per person
RSVP by September 25th
Business Attire

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Gala 09 Auction Items

Villa Fiorentino, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Italy

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A seven-day stay for 2-4 people. The villa is situated in an atmosphere that is somewhere between reality and a dream. Beautiful terraces of bougainvillea, shaded by lemon trees, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea make Villa Fiorentino one of the most exclusive hotels on the Amalfi Coast. It is centrally located, just a few minute walk from the beautiful beaches of Positano. Visit the Isle of Capri and Sorrento by ferry. Schedule a side trip to Naples and Pompeii. Visit by car the scenic towns of Ravello, Amalfi, Salerno, and Paestum.

Original Painting by Claire Howard

Walking on the Towpath at Swain's Lock

This original oil painting was donated by renowned artist, Claire Howard. Claire is the grateful recipient of several awards in the Washington, D.C. area and her work has been published in major periodicals.

Walking on the Towpath at Swains Lock

Four Seasons Gulf Resort at Punta Mita

Indulge yourself and a friend with a three-night/four day stay at the luxurious Mexican resort near Porta Vallarta, within half hour from Porta Vallarta Airport.

Gaylord Resort at the National Resort and Convention Center.

Enjoy a two-day stay for two! Relax at this luxurious resort on the Potomac River off the Wilson Bridge.

New York, New York!

A one-night stay at the Michelangelo Hotel for two and two tickets to a Broadway show!

Traditions de France

Famous for French imports. Framed still life painting to enhance your home décor.

The Winery in Alexandria

A gourmet wine tasting for 12/15 people.

King’s Jewelers of Alexandria

Wooden and pewter platter.

Patrick Designs in Alexandria

A three-hour consultation session, included is a room diffuser.

A small sampling of Treasure Trove Baskets

Redskins Basket: Includes tickets to a Redskin game and team paraphernalia…

Family Game Basket: Something for everyone in the family…

Spa Package: Includes facial massage, hair styling, manicure, beauty products and more…

Wine Basket: Guaranteed to please the most discriminating palate…

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Former RCA Records Recording Artist, Michael Bethea is a friend of Mercy Center Foundation and the singer of our theme song, ‘I Am A Voice Crying For Mercy.‘ We’re honored to have him performing at our 7th Annual Mercy Center Foundation Gala on October 3rd, 2009.

See below for Gala 09 Auction Items!