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Karmanos Cancer Institute’s Annual Dinner Gala, May 17,
raises funds for cancer care
The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute's Annual Dinner is among Detroit's premier charitable events. The 2008 Annual Dinner will be an exciting gala with a Saturday Night Fever disco theme, Club KCI, complete with a dinner reception, an exciting super silent auction and raffle, entertainment and dancing at the beautiful estate of Pam and David V. Johnson.
In its 26th year, the Annual Dinner raises critical unrestricted funds to support the Karmanos Cancer Institute’s renowned cancer programs, including advanced cancer research, excellent patient care and professional, public and patient education.
WHAT: Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute’s 26th Annual Dinner, Club KCI
WHEN: Saturday, May 17, 2008
6 p.m. – Midnight
WHERE: Stonewood Farms, the stunning private estate of Pam and David V. Johnson in
Clarkston, Michigan
WHO: Annual Dinner Chairs are Pam & David V. Johnson of Victor International Corp. Lead Sponsor is Ford Motor Company Fund; and Club Sponsor is Compuware Corporation. Other Key Sponsors include: General Motors, GMAC Financial Services, HOUR Detroit & Dbusiness Magazines, Kenwal Steel Corp., Kojaian Ventures, Taubman Centers and Victor International Corp. The raffle will be presented by Tiffany & Company and entertainment will be provided by Marvelless Mark.
TO ATTEND: Tickets begin at $300. For more information call 313-576-8112 or email heimerls@karmanos.org.
The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute is one of 39 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the United States. Caring for more than 6,000 new patients annually on a budget of $216 million, conducting more than 700 cancer-specific scientific investigation programs and clinical trials, the Karmanos Cancer Institute is among the nation’s best cancer centers. Through the commitment of 1,000 staff, including nearly 300 faculty members, and supported by thousands of volunteer and financial donors, the Institute strives to prevent, detect and eradicate all forms of cancer. John C. Ruckdeschel, M.D., is the Institute’s president and chief executive officer. |
