2010 LinkUp & Live Charity Event

Clarendon Ballroom

Submitted by Jamie on August 2, 2009 - 2:26pm

Venue Address: 

3185 Wilson Boulevard

Arlington, VA 22201

United States

See map: Google Maps

www.clarendonballroom.com
(Free parking available after 6pm at garage on N. Highland and Wilson).

March 24th
CrisisLink Hosts event to benefit regional suicide prevention and mental health programs

All proceeds will help support CrisisLink’s immediate and ongoing care for people in crisis, contemplating suicide, or dealing with other mental health problems.

In addition, LinkUp & Live serves as an opportunity to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to increasing awareness, improving understanding, or advancing mental health. The 2010 LinkUp & Live honoree is Pete Earley, a journalist, author and advocate specializing in mental health.

The event will include both live and silent auctions, VIP reception, food and drinks, and the opportunity to network and socialize with Washington area community and business leaders. Sponsors of the event include Comcast, WTOP, Bernhardt Wealth Management, Jan Brandt, Paul Di Vito & John Silvia, Dominion Hospital, Guttman Family Foundation, and Washington Gas. The Honorable James P. Moran, U.S. House of Representatives (VA-8th) and the Honorable Gerald E. Connolly, U.S. House of Representatives (VA-11th) are serving as this year’s honorary co-chairs for LinkUp & Live.

Price: "Invited guest" discount of $50 for anyone registering through this post.

RSVP: Marshall Ellis
marshall@crisislink.org

About CrisisLink
CrisisLink saves lives and prevents tragedies. We give vital support to those facing life crises, trauma and suicide, and provide information, education and links to community resources to empower people to help themselves.CrisisLink has operated around-the-clock for more than 40 years and is a regional leader in crisis and suicide prevention, intervention and response. For more information, visit www.crisislink.org.