ReelWorks Denver again served as host of the 2024 Sunset in the City, a unique signature fundraiser for Anchor Center for Blind Children that honors the organization’s achievements, parents and children, Anchor alumni and many community supporters.
Special thanks went to Andrew Feinstein and Sarah McCarthy and the ReelWorks Denver team for supporting and hosting this exciting event. Emcees Danielle Grant of Denver7 and Steve Staeger of 9News presided over the gala featuring a silent and live auction and personal stories from students and alumni.
Founded in 1982, Anchor Center has been a pioneer in providing comprehensive services for children from birth to five years old who are blind or visually impaired. The center’s mission is to provide early intervention, education, and support to help these children reach their full potential.
Founded 28 years ago as A Day in the Country picnic, the event evolved into Sunset in the City and has grown to include more than 400 guests who gather for cocktails, dinner and live entertainment every year.
This year’s guests enjoyed a special video, “Seeing With My Hands,” from Anchor alumnus Hallie Kemp. Later, Anchor Center Board President Chic Naumer and his daughter and alumnus, Claire, spoke about how Anchor Center supported their family and provided a solid foundation for success. In addition, Andrew and Stephanie Gordon spoke about of their educational and personal growth with their children, Oliver and Edward.
Former Colorado first lady Frances Owens, Anchor’s former Anchor Community Relations Manager, attended with John and Monica Owens Beauprez. Also on hand were key supporters: Bruce and Cheryl Blankenship; Mike and Wendee Crowley; Patty and David Keefe; Robert and Yvette Keyser; Christi and Jim Harman; Chic and Marlo Naumer; Mary and Tom Rogers; Jeff and Tanya Watkins and many other supporters.
Special thanks to Dr. Lauren Mehner, with the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus; Jenae Neiman with Children’s Hospital Colorado; Dr. Anna L. Steele from Children’s Eye Physicians; Four Seasons Hotel Denver; and Cherry Creek Magazine.
For those interested in hosting a table at next year’s 2025 Sunset in the City please contact Savannah Wippel at 303-377-9732 x156 or email swippel@anchorcenter.org. For additional information please visit www.anchorcenter.org
