In an effort to raise funds for the fight against poverty in Nicaragua, the American Nicaraguan Foundation (ANF) hosted their 2011 “Building a Better Future” Gala, on Saturday, October 15th, 2011; at the InterContinental Hotel in downtown Miami.
The American Nicaraguan Foundation Gala, recognized as one of the premier social events held in South Florida, has earned an outstanding reputation for:
•Attracted nearly 750 philanthropic community and business leaders from Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties and International arena whose combined efforts help raise over half a million $USD each year
•Dazzling guests with a spectacular evening of entertainment and extraordinary cuisine at the InterContinental Hotel
•United a diverse crowd representative of the multicultural South Florida and International communities
•Acknowledged the friends and volunteers whose tireless efforts through the years help bring ANF international recognition
•Featured an extraordinary auction with merchandise from some of the most exclusive retailers, resorts, restaurants, hotels, cruise lines and jewelers in the world
•Offered one of the most prestigious Gala After Parties for guests looking to continue the fun after midnight
The 2011 Gala, kicked off at 7:00 pm, featured a cocktail hour, Luxury Silent Auction, live band & entertainment, followed by a 5 star, 3-course meal featuring the unique creations of top chefs from the InterContinental Hotel’s award-winning culinary team. Diana Diaz, television personality and Anchor for WSVN, will act as Master of Ceremonies. Guests were also be treated to an After Party Lounge at midnight.
“The annual Gala is our biggest fundraising event of the year. It’s a chance for our members and supporters to enjoy a night of glamor and fun that will contribute to our ongoing efforts to improve the lives of those living under the constraints of poverty,” says Theresita Pellas, the 2011 Gala Chair. “We’ve been lucky to count on the support of many companies and enterprises, as well as private sponsors, who support our cause and donate to our event each year, as well as some new sponsors and supporters who have joined our growing family in 2011.”
Current sponsors for the 2011 “Building a Better Future” Gala included: BAC|CREDOMATIC, BAC Florida Bank, HSBC Private Bank, Walmart, Credit Suisse, BAC Financial, GE Financial Services, FPL, American Fidelity Assurance Co., US Education Finance, Beta Capital Management, Greenberg Taurig, JP Morgan Chase, Santander Private Banking, DM Aircraft Service, Singular Network Corp., among others.