MICAH House Raises Record Amount at Kentucky Derby Fundraiser

MICAH House’s (www.themicahhouse.org) 22nd Annual Champagne and Diamonds event took place on May 4 and raised $146,626, which is $40,000 more than last year. All proceeds support the services MICAH House provides to children and adults experiencing homelessness in the community.

The derby-themed event included a silent and live auction, a live simulcast of the Kentucky Derby race, awards for best dapper suit and best hat, dinner, and the much-anticipated diamond raffle.

“This year’s event was a tremendous success,” said Jaymes Sime, MICAH House executive director. “We are so grateful for the support shown to the homeless children, families, and women that MICAH House serves every day! Without the donors, sponsors, supporters, and volunteers—this event just wouldn’t be possible.”

Founded in 1986, MICAH House is an emergency homeless shelter that serves single women and families in the Omaha Metro area and Southwest Iowa. MICAH House provides safe shelter, nutritious meals, intensive case management services, an on-site health clinic, and adult budgeting classes as individuals seek a better tomorrow. For more information on future MICAH House events or to get involved, please visit www.themicahhouse.org.