CHICAGO–With more than 600 guests registered, early bird tickets for Oral Health America’s (OHA) 24th Annual Gala & Benefit at Chicago's Palmer House Hotel on Wednesday, February 19, 2014 from 6-9:30 p.m. are becoming the most sought after ticket in town. Now through December 31, supporters can obtain discounted rates for the charity event.
The theme, Smiles Across Generations, will spotlight Oral Health America’s programs aimed at improving the oral health of vulnerable populations of all ages. Additionally, the evening will celebrate the organization’s history while looking toward its future. Since 1955, the Chicago-based non-profit has dedicated its work to connecting communities with resources to increase access to care, education, andadvocacy for all Americans.
"There has been tremendous demand to engage with our work," said Beth Truett, President & CEO. “We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support for our programs and initiatives in 2014.” OHA will honor Anthony Volpe, a leader in public health dentistry for over 40 years, at a separate reception before the gala.
The Palmer House’s Grand and State Ballrooms will host a gourmet dinner, a live and silent auction, and live music. The highly anticipated cocktail hour in the hotel’s Red Lacquer Room will be presented by the Kavo Kerr Group. In addition to Kavo Kerr Group’s Presenting Sponsorship, the gala and benefit is generously supported byTechnology Sponsors Ivoclar Vivadent and Patterson Dental; Diamond Sponsors Colgate, Henry Schein, Philips Sonicare, SciCan, Septodont, DentaQuest and DENTSPLY International; Platinum Sponsors Chicago Dental Society, Darby Dental, DentalEZ, and Midmark Raffle Sponsor Aspen Dental and Gold Sponsors Karwoski & Courage, Burkhart, Unilever, Planmeca, Atlantic Precious Metals Refining and Bisco.
To purchase tickets, sponsorships, or additional information, please visit oralhealthamerica.org/participate/gala or contact Brittany Wright at (312) 836-9900 or brittany.wright@oralhealthamerica.org.
