Annual luncheon nets over $106,000
The fourth annual “In the Bag” charity event in support of the American Red Cross in the National Capital Region was attended by over 240 people and raised over $106,000 for the Red Cross through a silent auction of designer, celebrity, and vintage purses and raffle items, including an autographed Michael Kors handbag.
The three-hour sold out luncheon event was organized by a steering committee of 41 local businesswomen and the event chair, Brenda Blisk, CEO of the Blisk Financial Group. Blisk, who founded the event in 2010, commented on the luncheon: “It was a big success, and everyone had an absolutely great time. There is no event like it.”
A highlight of the event was the featured speaker, Dr. Inge Guen, who spoke about her inspiring work with wounded soldiers at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
The money raised will support the services of American Red Cross in the National Capital Region. These services include disaster relief, first aid training, and assistance to military families.
2014’s “In The Bag” Event is scheduled for November 5, at the McLean Hilton from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
