May
06, 2017

The Courageous Faces Foundation presents the SuperHeroes Gala

Pam Cress

Story and photos by
Pam Cress

SuperHeroes Gala

at Denver Marriott City Center benefiting Courageous Faces Foundation at 6 p.m.

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If ever there was living proof that beauty comes from within, it’s the SuperHeroes of the Courageous Faces Foundation (CFF).

In its inaugural Denver event (there was one in Boston last year), the Foundation presented a particularly memorable, high energy event at the Marriott City Center Saturday night.

The CFF helps those who are afflicted with conditions that affect their physical appearance, due to traumatic injury, genetics or a medical condition. The SuperHero Faces of the Foundation brought a rainbow of light and energy and were truly inspirational. Rarely do you see an event that is so unique and motivational.

Force of Nature Trish Morris, president and CEO of the CFF, was on stage thanking guests and participants, bringing up board members and acknowledging special supporters. Emcee Chris Starkey expertly navigated the program and auctioneer Rick Rolph brought in big bucks for the cause.

Robert Barron was given the World Humanitarian Award for his work with custom prosthetics. He gained experience as a renowned disguise artist for the CIA, and now he fulfilling his life’s dream of helping those like the Faces of the CFF.

Johnny Quinn was presented with the Courageous Spirit Award because of his passion and drive to help others feel good about themselves. Johnny was dragged from a burning building when he was 4 years old, resulting in burns over 95% of his body. But Johnny, like the other SuperHeroes, refuses to let his condition define him, and he leads by example with his amazing attitude and love of life.

The memorable evening went over the top with the performance by World Class Rockers–members of the bands Boston, Journey, Steppenwolf, Lynyrd Skynard and Santana. Guests were able to dance the night away and for this evening, there was not a care in the world.

For more information about the Courageous Faces Foundation, log on to www.courageousfacesfoundation.org.

 

 
      

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Event Info

  • Honorees:

    Robert Barron and Johnny Quinn

  • Committee Members:

    Danielle Anderson, Angie Austin, Emily Becker, Bev Black Kelly Bolan, Jeff Carter, Debbie Crecelius, Terri Fisher, Debbie Hartung, Paul Heitzenrater, Terri Hinkle, Alison Hradek, Scottie Iverson, Marcus Jackson, Arlene Johnson, Nancy Koontz, Becky LaBrant, Chris Lynn, Carla McElroy, Christa McIntyre, Hannah Medved, Katie Mills, Tammy Mills , Matt Moriarty, Michelle Moriarty, Gayle Novak, Andrea O'Feish, Adrienne Paradis, Tamara Rosholt, Pam Savage Simms, Autumn Shea, Marcy Schoenborn, Francis Smith, Chris Starkey, Patricia Villegas, Sandee Walling, Dave Weisberg, Glory Weisberg, Destiny Zarek

  • President/CEO:

    Trish Morris

  • Entertainment:

    Legendary original members of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Boston, Journey, Santana, Steppenwolf

  • Sponsors:

    Interurban Companies, Peter Kudla, McDowell Family Foundation, Jay's Valet Parking, OnStage, Charming Chairs, Harley Davidson, Lip Bar Custom Cosmetics, AXS Group, WCR, ABC Shuttle, Ivy of the glenn, Kool 105, Kendra Scott, 5 Star Entertainment, AV One, Miss Colorado, Carla's, SilverPointe, Marriott

  • Menu:

    Iceberg and Romaine salad with orange segments, toasted almonds, Feta and cranberries; petite short rib braised in red wine and garlic with shrimp, potatoes and seasonal vegetables; chocolate mousse cup, chocolate Bat Signal with berries and cream, caramel cheesecake

  • Attendance:

    375

  • Attire:

    cocktail or superhero

  • Ticket Prices:

    $250; Young Professional: $125; Disability/Special Needs: $100

  • Event Committee:

    Danielle Anderson, Angie Austin, Emily Becker, Bev Black, Kelly Bolan, Jeff Carter, Debbie Crecelius, Terri Fisher, Debbie Hartung, Paul Heitzenrader, Terri Hinkle, Alison Hardek, Scottie Iverson, Marcus Jackson, Arlene Johnson, Nancy Koontz, Becky LaBrant, Chris Lynn, Carla McElroy, Christa McIntyre, Hannah Medved, Katie Mills, Tammy Mills, Matt Moriarty, Michelle Moriarty, Gayle Novak, Andrea O'Feish, Adrienne Paradis, Tamara Rosholt, Emma Saldit, Pam Savage Simms, Autumn Shea, Marcy Schoenborn, Francis Smith, Chris Starkey, Paticia Villegas, Sandee Walling, Dave Weisberg, Glory Weisberg, Destiny Zarek

  • Board of Directors:

    Trish Morris, president; Jeff Carter, vice president; Marcus Jackson, board chairman; Becky LaBrant, treasurer; Chris Lynn, secretary; Francis Smith; Hannah Medved; Alison Hradek; Sandee Walling