Venice Paparazzi was honored to host the step and repeat photography for A Window Between Worlds (AWBW)’s signature heART Awards. View pics below.
Here is a message from A Window Between Worlds. On Sunday, October 1, 2017, A Window Between Worlds brought more than 200 friends together at Hotel Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica for the first annual heART Awards and fundraising brunch. Thanks to everyone’s support, the organization raised nearly $95,000 to support AWBW’s transformative arts programming, bringing AWBW’s curriculum to even more survivors of trauma in Los Angeles and across the country.
The 2017 heART Awards set out to honor three community members who represent the core values of AWBW’s mission through Creative Vision, Community Impact, and as a Compassionate Witness. Astrologer and author Dr. Stephanie Jourdan presented Mike Chearney with the Creative Vision award for his artistic collaboration with AWBW Founder Cathy Salser. Dr. Susan Lee was honored with the Compassionate Witness award by AWBW Lead Collaborating Artist Fabian Debora for her tremendous work as a trained Windows Facilitator at United American Indian Involvement. And the entire ballroom shared a moment of reflection with Dr. Lin Morel as Cathy Salser presented her with the Community Impact award for her leadership as an AWBW Board Member and Advocate for nearly two decades. When Lin first became Board Chair in 1999, the Windows Program was reaching 7,600 participants each year; she helped the organization grow to now serve over 34,000 survivors annually.
The beautiful beachside ballroom provided for an ideal location to enjoy brunch on the terrace while sipping on mimosas, wine, and vodka cocktails provided by Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Foley Family Wines. Guests also shopped a luxury silent auction featuring hotel getaways, restaurants, art experiences, sports tickets, and beautiful fashion – all through their mobile phones!
View special videos of the 2017 heART honorees:
- Mike Chearney – Creative Vision Honoree
- Dr. Susan Lee – Compassionate Witness Honoree
- Dr. Lin Morel – Community Impact Honoree
View AWBW’s Step and Repeat by Venice Paparazzi
View all 2017 heART photos by Venice Paparazzi!
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