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Kansas City community invited to raise money for health-centered programs at 2022 Candlelight Ball

KANSAS CITY, Mo., (Sept. 8, 2022) – Tickets to The Research Foundation’s 2022 Candlelight Ball are now available for purchase. The biennial fundraiser is Saturday, November 5 at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel. The event will raise funds for the foundation’s health-centered programs and partnerships.

The evening includes a cocktail reception, dinner, trivia, and dancing. Guests will be able to purchase tickets for a chance to win the Golden Ticket Basket that include a variety of items and certificates valued over $5,000. Say Cheez Photobooth will be available with complimentary keepsake prints for all guests.

Event underwriters are Research Medical Center and UMB Bank. Other major sponsors include LabCorp, J.E. Dunn Construction, and David E. Ross Construction,

Tickets to the event can be purchased at theresearchfoundationkc.org/candlelightball.