Health Care Organization’s Inaugural Gala Honors Supporters Of Healthy Communities
New Orleans, LA – Daughters of Charity Services of New Orleans (DCSNO) hosted its Inaugural Gala Saturday, March 10, 2012 at First NBC Bank, 210 Baronne Street. This exciting event, aptly called “Keeping Our Promises,” began with a Patron Party from 6 to 7 p.m.; the Gala, featuring a silent auction and awards program, immediately followed until 10 p.m. No Gimmicks featuring Pearlie Tyler and Jerry Christopher provided entertainment for the Patron Party. Phillip Manuel and special guest Leah Chase headlined the Gala.
During this inaugural event, DCSNO presented M. Cleland Powell III, an executive vice president at IBERIA Bank, Gordon R. Wadge, president and CEO of Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans, First NBC Bank and the Louisiana Public Health Institute with the Inspired Cross Award.
This year’s honorees, comprised of a mix of individuals and organizations, were the first ever to receive the Inspired Cross Award. This prestigious award will be presented annually to individuals and organizations who have worked with DCSNO to “keep its promises” to provide health care for those in need, and to transform health care through innovation and courage.
The Gala also served as a fundraiser to support DCSNO’s mission to improve the health status of the community and provide high quality, compassionate care for all-the insured, underinsured and uninsured.
Dave McNamara of FOX 8 was the master of ceremonies. Patricia Denechaud and Charles Rice Jr. served as co-chairs.
Photo Credit: Bernie Saul
