Disco, Dance and Donate” was the invitation’s call-to-action for New Orleans Medical Mission Services Mission Possible Gala on Oct. 18. Presented by Larry and Maria Garvey Fund, the fundraiser at Generations Hall offered tempting items in the live and silent auctions. Tops in the live auction was a week stay at a house in Marble, Colorado, and a one-week stay in Bay St. Louis for the family. In the silent auction, items that caught attendees’ eyes included a week stay at a Silver Shells Destin condo and a table at the Krewe of Orpheus “Orpheuscapade,” as well as a private dinner for 10 at Gris Gris. A 50/50 raffle helped raise additional funds.
Peyton Falgoust Band got the disco vibes going on the dance floor with partygoers — some dressed in ‘70s attire — enjoying the sounds.
Delicious cuisine was provided by Fleur de Lis Catering, Ernie’s Cafe, Impastato’s, Metro 1, Texas Roadhouse, Jambalaya Girl and Dorignac’s, while desserts were from Swiss Bakery, Ambrosia Bakery, Heavenly Hands Bakery and Katherine’s.
A gala highlight was when two people were honored for their dedication to NOMMS over the years: Joe Simon, a volunteer photographer and IT services provider for NOMMS and Kathy Murray, a volunteer in eye clinic.
Event co-chairs were Lori Ramsey and Jennifer Esler.
Fun Fact: New Orleans Medical Missions Services, founded in 2001, provides medical supplies to local individuals who cannot afford them and delivers medical relief and expertise to the underprivileged populations of the world.
