Eighth Annual Hearts and Hands Spring Gala (2009)

Change a Heart: Franciscan Volunteer Program's eighth annual Hearts & Hands Gala was held on Saturday, April 18 at Scotus Hall at Mount Alvernia in Millvale.

Many local restaurants including: Monte Cello’s Italian Restaurant, Reno's Catering, Silvioni’s, Balestreire Produce Company, Del's Bar and Restaurant, Qdoba Mexican Grill, Rudy's Subs and Yetter's Candies were all present with delicious dishes and appetizers that were paired with five complementary and specially chosen wines.

This year was also Change a Heart’s 10th anniversary of service! The celebration continued with many beautiful silent auction baskets prepared by various generous donors, including a grand prize of two round-trip tickets on Jet Blue Airlines, $100 toward the purchase of a travel package with Ponzio Travel, a $100 Visa gift card toward your trip and a new video camera.

There were a total of 119 persons in attendence who, with the help of other generous donors, raised nearly $12,000! Thank you to all who attended this important event for Change a Heart! Your contributions will offer aide and support to program members who serve thousands of residents in Pittsburgh each year.