CHARITY EVENTS
THE POWER OF
PHILANTHROPY
The Mum Ball has been raising funds for medical and hospital services in the community through elegant events with enchanting themes.
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Treasure Coast Medical Report
Chrysanthemum Ball raises life-saving
funds for a quarter century
BY DONNA CRARY
The Chrysanthemum Ball, or the Mum Ball as locals
call it, is one of the premier fundraising events that
kicks off the social season in Martin County. Attendees
come dressed to the nines at the black tie affair,
anticipating a top-notch soirée. And they’re never disappointed.
For 25 years, the ball has been held at numerous venues,
including elegant waterfront estates. Many events feature
a special theme — stunning themes like Cirque du Soleil,
Night in Spain, Pulse of the Future — leaving guests feeling
surprised, wowed and delighted. And for all of their fun,
CLEVELAND CLINIC MARTIN HEALTH PHOTOS
patrons have raised millions of dollars to provide top quality
medical services at Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, formerly
known as Martin Memorial.
“It’s an amazing event. The chairs over the 25 years
have done a phenomenal job of creating themes and atmospheres
that are enchanting,” says Robert Lord, president of
Cleveland Clinic Martin Health. “It brings generous people
together in support of projects that are important to our
organization and to our community to improve the quality of
healthcare.”
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