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Buckhead/Cascade City Links Chapter, Raises $45K During Mardi Gras Fundraiser

The women of The Buckhead/Cascade City Chapter of the Links, Inc. hosted their signature fundraiser “Linking Heart & Soul” Mardi Gras & Casino Night Celebration this past Saturday, October 12th at the AmericasMart in downtown Atlanta. The festive charity event featured casino games, New Orleans style cuisine and live entertainment.

"This is an opportunity for us to raise significant funds for our partners in an effort to make a difference in the lives of youth and families throughout Metro Atlanta and have fun at the same time,” said chapter president, Link Gail Tusan Washington. “We have long-standing relationships with each of these organizations and we will continue to support them through our volunteer efforts.

Mrs. Washington was speaking of her excitement in successfully raising $45,000 for their non-profit partners:
- Living Water for Girls, a therapeutic residential program providing professional services and care for girls 12 to 18 years old who are victims of commercial sexual exploitation;
- Jerusalem House, Atlanta’s oldest and largest provider of permanent housing for Atlanta’s low-income and homeless individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS; and the
- Woolfolk Boys & Girls Club which provides developmental programs and services for youth. 

According to a press release, "nearly 700 people including high profile executives and local politicians attended the gala and were entertained by multi-talented actor and comedian Jonathan Slocumb, second line band ATL Brass Connection and Sol Factor, one of Atlanta’s top R&B bands."

As you can see in the attached photos, the group had a festive time highlighted by the traditions of New Orleans complete with creole style food and decorations, music, casino games, silent auction and raffles prizes.


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