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Devereux
Georgia Hope Event generates more than $50,000
More than 200 guests attended Devereux Georgia’s recent
Hope Event: “The Art of Feelings,” at the Marietta
Country Club in Kennesaw, Ga.
Participants had the opportunity to bid on numerous,
one-of-a-kind artwork – many created by Devereux Georgia’s youth – during a silent
auction. The annual event also featured an informational program and remarks
from keynote speaker Georgia Division of Family and Children Services Chief of
Staff Virginia S. Pryor. The Hope
Event also provided Devereux Georgia the opportunity to premiere its new video, which showcases the center’s programs and
services.
“Thanks to the generosity of our numerous sponsors
and donors, we raised more than $50,000 from this event, which will continue to
support therapeutic programs and services for at-risk youth,” said Devereux
Advanced Behavioral Health Vice President of Operations Gwen Skinner.
About the amazing artwork
Throughout
the year, more than 100 adolescents served by Devereux Georgia painted their
“hopes and dreams” in Devereux Georgia’s therapeutic Art Enrichment Program –
many which were auctioned off during the Hope Event.
Professional
art mentors worked with the children, providing personalized artistic
instruction and encouragement. After the Hope Event, each child was given a
framed, color print of his or her original artwork, which is taken with the
youth when they discharge from treatment.
“Every
child is an artist, and their art allows them to think creatively, develop skills
and learn confidence,” Skinner added. “Each art piece is unique and reflects
the heart of a child in treatment.”
To
learn more about Devereux Georgia, click here.
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