“Carnival of Love” Gala Raises $300K for Heartland Family Service Programs

The “Carnival of Love” Gala, Heartland Family Service’s (HeartlandFamilyService.org) largest fundraiser each year, took place on February 10. This year’s event had a Lunar New Year theme and featured a silent auction, a live auction, an Asian cultural dance performance by DMNV Lion Dance Team, casino games, and a wine toss. During the live auction, guests had the opportunity to bid on some amazing travel packages from Heartland Family Service’s non-profit partner AmFund, including a trip to the Greek Islands, which sold for $9,000 and a Castles of Ireland trip, which sold for $10,000. During the program, Heartland Family Service also unveiled its new 2018 agency video, which featured success stories from each of the agency’s three focus areas – Child & Family Well-Being, Counseling & Prevention, and Housing & Financial Stability.

Thanks to the generosity of this year’s 636 attendees as well as sponsors, donors, and supporters, Heartland Family Service raised more than $300,000! All proceeds will support the more than 50 life-affirming programs the agency offers.

This year’s Gala Co-Chairs were Julie Gibson-Beier and Debbie Bouc. The event’s Honorary Chairs were Terri & Tim Burke, and this year’s Friends Guild President is JoAnn Gould. Sue Seline was the Master of Ceremonies.

Founded in 1875, Heartland Family Service serves more than 52,000 individuals of all ages each year from more than 15 locations in east central Nebraska and southwest Iowa. For more information, visit HeartlandFamilyService.org or call (402) 552-7447.