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Kansas City community invited to The Research Foundation’s 2024 Candlelight Ball

Candlelight Ball physician group

KANSAS CITY, Mo., (May 6, 2024) – The Research Foundation will host the 2024 Candlelight Ball on Saturday, November 2 at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel. The biennial event will benefit The Research Foundation’s health-centered programs and partnerships that serve health care students, health care professionals, patients, and the Kansas City community.  

The event is a black-tie gala that includes a cocktail reception, photobooth, dinner, and dancing. Guests will be able to purchase tickets for a chance to win the Golden Ticket Basket that includes a variety of items and certificates. Sponsorship opportunities are now available. Individual tickets to the event will go on sale August 5. Dr. Francis Dailey of Premier Gastroenterology of Kansas City and Dr. Brad Seaman of Ascentist ENT are chairing the event.

Learn more about the event and how to contribute at theresearchfoundationkc.org/candelightball.