Karen and Dan Swanson to be Honored at YWCA Gala
Karen and Dan Swanson are serving as Honorary Chairs of the Mary Rubloff YWCA Harmony House Gala, “Steps to a New Life,” taking place at The Breakers on the evening of December 10th. The event will include a cocktail reception, dinner, live auction with a selection of fabulous trips, and dancing. Entertainment will be provided by John Lloyd Young, the Tony-Award-winning star of Jersey Boys on both stage and screen.
“We are thrilled to honor Karen and Dan at this year’s event,” said Jacki Ojakian, Gala Chair. “The Swansons have played an integral part in the operation of Harmony House for many years,” she added.
Karen Swanson has served as Chair of the gala and Harmony House luncheons multiple times, has served on the YWCA Board of Directors and serves on various YWCA committees. Dan Swanson was an invaluable asset in overseeing the construction of the ActivitiesCenter located on the Harmony House campus as well as advising on various projects at other YWCA facilities.
The Grand Benefactor is PNC Wealth Management.
Additional committee members are Irma Anapol, Rosemary Bronstien, Sheila Carnicelli, Ali DiNovo, Mary Ann Ehrlich, Theresa LePore, Virginia Longo, Sara McCann, Sharon Rinehimer, Bernadette Shalhoub, Maria Siemon, Chelly Templeton, Phyllis Verducci and Linda Wartow.
Proceeds support the Mary Rubloff YWCA Harmony House, a 72-bed emergency shelter for women and children who are victims of domestic violence.
For additional information about or to make a reservation for the event, please call 561-640-0050.