Spirits were high and hearts were full at this year’s DESC Defenders: Generations – Downtown Ecumenical Services Council’s annual signature fundraising event.
Held at WJCT Studios on Thursday, June 12, the event raised more than $330,000 to continue DESC’s mission to support families and individuals experiencing financial crisis, hunger, or homelessness.
During the evening, guests saw the impact of DESC through personal stories, videos and audience interaction.
“I’m so proud of what we accomplished together,” said Hart. “The energy in the room was incredible. So was the generosity and heart behind every gift. You could truly feel how many lives will be changed through rent relief, restored power, clean clothes and nourishing food.”
Mary and Hank Coxe served as this year’s honorary chairs with Lanette Hart serving as event chair. Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Funds and the Hall-Halliburton Foundation, Inc. were among the presenting sponsors alongside the “DESC Angels” – the affectionate name given to two anonymous DESC donors.
