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Virtual Fundraiser
Tuesday, July 30th, 2024
5pm PDT / 8pm EDT
YOU CAN BE A LIFELINE FOR VESTIBULAR WARRIORS EVERYWHERE.
Will you come together with the vestibular community to show your support and share in an "Evening for a Life Rebalanced," VeDA's annual virtual fundraising gala?
You know how vestibular dysfunction affects people physically, mentally, and emotionally. You know that simple tasks, such as shopping and doing laundry, become obstacles to overcome. And, you know that because dizziness is an invisible condition, people are often not believed and left isolated.
But you can help!
By joining the celebration, you offer community and direct support to people who are desperate for a lifeline in their struggle to regain a life rebalanced.
LIMITED EDITION VIP GALA KIT
Have the full gala experience from home while supporting people who are struggling with dizziness.
You can increase your support by purchasing one of the limited VIP Packages. As a VIP you will receive one of the few hand-packaged Gala Kits with everything you need create this year's signature vestibular-friendly mocktail/cocktail at home.
What's included?
- Mocktail/cocktail recipe card from Alicia Wolf "The Dizzy Cook"
- Flamingo-inspired mocktail/cocktail glasses and accessories
- Quartz drink cooling cubes
- Fun and fabulous flamingo coasters
- A one-of-a-kind, hand-created gift from a vestibular patient
- A special touch of hand-packed flamingo flare!
Program of Events
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- Welcome from Cynthia Ryan, VeDA Executive Director
- Keynote address about vestibular research from VeDA Board President Dr. Habib Rizk
- Look behind the scenes of VeDA's storytelling initiatives with vestibular patient and filmmaker Kimberly Warner
- Vestibular community building panel with vestibular patients Heather Davies, Hollie Smith, Karen Mizrach, and Susan Blount
- Celebration of giving with past board president Louise Geib and current board member Christine Moyer
- Message about the role of creativity in healing from vestibular patient and artist Jim Hainlen
- Fine art giveaway drawing and announcement
- Thank you from the Board of Directors
Fine Art Giveaway
In addition to supporting dizzy people and attending the community event, your registration gets you entered to win an original painting.
This painting was created by artist and vestibular patient, Jim Hainlen. Jim's art plays a vital role in his vestibular journey, and he is happy to share an original painting with one of the gala attendees.
Send your Gift Early
When you make a donation during the live virtual gala, your gift will be recognized by live presenters. But, you can send your gift early to have it recognized too! Click below to send your early event gift.
VIP Package is a $75 fair market value, not tax deductible. Ticket prices are tax-deductible. Purchase not necessary to enter the drawing (enter here).