The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi announces its 21st annual Crystal Ball Gala to be virtually held Jan. 16, 2021.
While this is the foundation’s first virtual gala, due to COVID-19 precautions, it will still be full of surprises and showcase the charitable works of the northwest Mississippi region.
“The Crystal Ball supports the philanthropic work of the Community Foundation,” said Keith Fulcher, President of the Community Foundation. “Revenue from the Ball allows us to carry out our mission of Connecting People Who Care With Causes That Matter. I invite everyone to join in supporting the world premiere of our first-ever virtual Crystal Ball.”
Michael and Elizabeth Bellipanni are co-chairing this year’s event.
The Crystal will recognize the 2020 Community Stars and outstanding volunteers who have shown community spirit to be honored in the following categories: Dan Maddox Man of the Year; Margaret Maddox Woman of the Year; Non-Profit of the year; and Business of the Year.
Nominations are open in the eleven counties served by the Community Foundation: Bolivar, Coahoma, DeSoto, Marshall, Leflore, Panola, Quitman, Sunflower, Tate, Tallahatchie, and Tunica.
“The 2020 Crystal Ball generated $195,000 in cash sponsorships,” said Stacye Trout, Development Director. “Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and volunteers, the Community Foundation was able to focus on the FEED Northwest Mississippi Fund and providing $450,000 in grants to food pantries and nonprofits supporting the educational needs of children. This was only possible thanks to the overwhelming financial success of the 2020 Gala. Sponsorships are now available for the 2021 Crystal Ball.”
For more information about sponsorships and volunteer opportunities with the 2021 Crystal Ball Gala, call (662) 449-5002 or email strout@cfnm.org.
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi manages 240 donor-established funds. Established in 2002 with a generous grant from the Maddox Foundation, the Community Foundation is an independent 501(c)3 charitable organization.
Learn more about the Community Foundation at www.cfnm.org
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