Many of our country's philanthropic,
corporate, social and political leaders
came
together in the fight against Alzheimer's disease
on Wednesday, March 25 at the 6th annual National Alzheimer's Gala. Held at the National Building Museum,
the gala is one of Washington's most prominent events, attracting more than 750 people each year to build awareness of Alzheimer's as a national priority.
Under the veteran leadership of co-chairs Trish and George Vradenburg, and new addition Tom Nelson, COO, AARP, the gala raised nearly $1.1 million, bringing the event’s six-year total to more than $7.2 million. The funds directly benefit the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association.
This year, the gala honored individuals who have contributed to leading research in treatment, prevention and an eventual cure for Alzheimer's disease, as well as ongoing caregiver and awareness efforts. The evening celebrated his Excellency, Nicolas Sarkozy, the president of France; the Honorable Jay Rockefeller and Sharon Percy Rockefeller; William E. Klunk, M.D., Ph.D; Chester A. Mathis, Ph.D, University of Pittsburgh; and Terrell Owens, wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills. Maria Shriver, Chris Matthews, Coach Frank Broyles, Phyllis George and Lea Thompson also lent their voices and passion to the evening’s program.
Please e-mail nationalgala@alz.org for information about the 2010 gala. We look forward to seeing you next year!
