Over 200 members of the central Vermont community gathered in October at National Life in Montpelier to celebrate the 17th year of Seasons of Life, CVHHH’s annual fashion show, dinner, and live auction. Seasons of Life is CVHHH’s largest fundraiser, and this year was another resounding success, with an estimated $40,000 in net proceeds raised. Guests include donors, CVHHH staff, management, and board members, as well as community members and local healthcare partners.
Kristin Carlson, Chief Communications, Brand, and Marketing Executive at Green Mountain Power, was the evening’s Emcee. “Kristin, a native Vermonter and graduate of U-32 High School, did a terrific job engaging the audience and entertaining our guests,” says Kim Farnum, Community Relations & Development Manager. Kristin shared the stage with Tom Beardsley, a 30-year veteran of WDEV Radio and Duxbury resident, who lent his expertise as the night’s Guest Auctioneer.
Sandy Rousse, CPA, CVHHH’s President & Chief Executive, shared a few words with the audience about the importance of collaboration and care coordination among local providers. “It’s more important than ever,” she said, “that our local healthcare and social service providers continue to communicate, collaborate, and provide a true continuum of care for all central Vermonters. Seasons of Life gives us the opportunity to showcase many of the individuals and organizations that contribute to achieving this goal.”
The support from the community was evident. The event was organized entirely by a volunteer committee of central Vermonters. 45 models representing many of the 23 towns served by CVHHH showcased fashion donated by 22 local vendors. The New England Culinary Institute catered the meal, and cadets from Norwich University greeted guests as they entered the ballroom.
Thank you to all of our sponsors, including Spotlight Sponsors Carmen Beck, Cody Chevrolet-Cadillac, and Gardner Insurance Services, and to our community for making this such a successful event!
For more information about Seasons of Life, call Kimberly Farnum at 224-2234 or visit our Seasons of Life Event page online.