Hospital foundation gears up for annual gala

A night of live auction action and a catered meal are planned during East Adams County Healthcare Foundation’s 19th annual Wine and Microbrew Tasting and Auction on Sept. 24 at the American Legion Memorial Hall on Broadway Avenue in Ritzville.

Doors open at 6 p.m. for a silent auction featuring a large selection of items followed by a catered meal and a live auction, which starts at 8 p.m.

With a theme of “Welcome to Vegas Nights,” this year’s event will feature a variety of foods and entertainment to coordinate with the Vegas evening.

Advance tickets are available by sending $20 per person to EACH Foundation, PO Box 365, Ritzville, WA 99169.

Those who wish to donate items for the auctions are asked to contact Claudia McCormick at 659-1376.

The East Adams County Healthcare Foundation directly benefits the Adams County Public Hospital District No. 2 and the residents of eastern Adams County who utilize the facility.

Previous events have raised funds for physical therapy equipment, telescoping x-ray table, training mannequin for Emergency Medical Services, vest for patient lift, three portable suction units, health fair support, chairs and television for lobby, long-term capital projects and scholarships.

Its sole purpose is to support the hospital district by taking in money and purchasing items for the district.

EACH Foundation is a non-profit organization operating under the Internal Revenue Service designation of a 501 (c)(3).

Its boundaries mirror that of the hospital district, and all proceeds stay within those boundaries.