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annual fisher house gala
SEPTEMBER 18, 2021
Held at the Water’s Edge Events Center. Hosted by AUSA Major General
Harry Greene, Aberdeen Chapter. Benefiting the Fisher House
Foundation and the Future Fisher House of Perry Point, MD.
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CONTENTS
Welcome
5
About Fisher House Foundation
6
The Fisher House Impact
8
The Perry Point House
15
Scholarship Cash Call
17
Agenda
18
Fallen Hero Table
20
Gala Menu
22
Auction/Drawing Rules
24
Executive Committee
26
Event Committee Volunteers
26
Gala Directory
28
Gift Basket Items
30
2021 Sponsors/Donations
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WELCOME
Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of the Major General (MG) Harry Greene
Chapter of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA), I welcome you
to tonight’s Gala. For 17 consecutive years, the Monmouth and Aberdeen
Communities have staged this event in support of the Fisher House Foundation,
which builds comfort homes where military & veteran families can stay free of
charge, while a loved one is in the hospital. Since its inception, the Foundation
has saved military and veterans’ families an estimated $525 million in
out-of-pocket costs for lodging and transportation.
We gather tonight in the grand tradition of the military taking care of its own.
In a changing, dangerous world that can be difficult to understand, one thing
remains certain: our military will always be there to defend our freedoms and our
homeland at any cost. Their sacrifices can never be repaid, but we can in some
small measure lessen their burden by giving magnanimously to this worthwhile
cause that provides much needed support to our wounded service members,
Veterans, and their families. What we are doing tonight is not just raising funds—
it is a fitting gesture of gratitude to those wounded heroes and their families who
have selflessly given so much and now need our help.
We are incredibly grateful to this year’s corporate, military, and government
sponsors. I would like to take this opportunity to thank those of you who stayed
the course in 2020 and carried on our enviable record of fund-raising for the
Foundation in a phenomenally successful virtual event. COVID may have kept
us apart, but it did not keep us from joining together to raise $135,000! We are
humbled by your sponsorship and tremendous response to our call for giving
in 2021, and are excited to welcome so many new sponsors this year. With your
help, we hope to exceed our goals in a come-back year when we weren’t sure of
anything except everyone’s commitment to this wonderful, worthwhile cause!
Of course, none of this would be possible without our wonderful volunteers.
Theirs is not just a sacrifice of time—it is a passion for this cause. Their dedication,
resourcefulness, and talents in bringing all of this about is, to use the current
vernacular, epic. If you have the chance, please thank them for it, and if you
know them at all, they never stand on their laurels. In fact, they have already
begun work on next year’s gala, “Once Upon a Fairytale Ball. ”
Thank you again for joining us tonight. We have a fun-filled night in store, so
relax, empty your wallets and pocketbooks for Fisher House, and please enjoy
this evening’s Return to Margaritaville!
Bob Gutjahr, President,
Major General Harry Greene, Aberdeen Chapter of AUSA
5THE FISHER HOUSE FOUNDATION
A Fisher House is “a home away from home” for families
of patients receiving medical care at major military and VA medical centers.
The homes are normally located within walking distance of the treatment facility
or have transportation available. There are 84 Fisher Houses located on 25
military installations and 35 VA medical centers. Many more houses are under
construction or in design. Typically, the houses are 5,000 to 16,800 square foot
homes donated by the Fisher family and Fisher House Foundation. Each house is
designed to provide up to 21 suites. All are professionally furnished and decorat-
ed in the tone and style of the local region. The houses can accommodate 16 to
42 family members. They feature a common kitchen, laundry facilities, spacious
dining room and an inviting living room with library and toys for children. Newest
houses are 100% handicap accessible and include elevators. A Fisher House is a
temporary residence and is not a treatment facility, hospice, or counseling center.
Fisher House Foundation ensures that there is never a lodging fee. Since inception,
the program has saved military and veterans’ families an estimated $525 million
in out-of-pocket costs for lodging and transportation. Over 413,000 families have
stayed at a Fisher House since its inception in 1990, and that number continues to
6THE FISHER HOUSE FOUNDATION continued
grow each year as Fisher House Foundation builds new houses at VA and military
medical centers with the greatest need.
Fisher House Foundation also operates the Hero Miles program, using donated
frequent flyer miles to bring family members to the bedside of injured service
members. Thanks to your generosity, we have provided more than 80,000 tickets
to wounded, injured, and ill service members and their families, worth over
$105 million. The Hotels for Heroes program uses donated hotel points to
allow family members to stay at hotels near medical centers without charge.
The Foundation also manages a grant program that supports other military
charities and scholarship funds for military children, spouses, and children of
fallen and disabled veterans with over $27 million awarded to date.
For more information about the Fisher House Foundation, please visit
www.fisherhouse.org.
7THE FISHER HOUSE IMPACT
Tarah McLaughlin
In January of 2020, Tarah McLaughlin’s husband,
Staff Sgt. Ian P. McLaughlin, was killed
when his vehicle struck an IED in Kandahar,
Afghanistan. Ian was assigned to the 82nd
Airborne Division, so his wife and three
children lived at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina.
Tarah immediately left for Dover Air Force
Base for the dignified transfer of remains.
Tarah recently contacted Fisher House
Foundation to share her experience while
staying at the Dover Fisher House for Families
of the Fallen. Below is a part of her letter.
“As you can imagine, traveling with 3 children for the first time and the anxiety
and the grief of losing my husband took a toll on my mental state. We traveled
from Fort Bragg to Dover, an all-around trip that took about 9 hours to complete.
Needless to say, we were exhausted when we arrived at the Fisher House at
Dover.
My children were cranky, off their schedule, and confused on what was going
on, but the Fisher House felt like a safe place for us. I not only forgot to pack a
toothbrush and really anything for myself, but I forgot basic things for my chil-
dren. When I walked into our room there was toys ready for my children, a Pack
‘n Play filled with blankets for my infant and an array of baby bathtubs, soaps,
towels, potty seats and so much more. If I’m being 100% honest in that moment,
I bawled my eyes out because of how embarrassed I was for forgetting these
basic things and how bad of a mom I felt at that moment.
Within seconds of settling into our room, it was the first time since losing my
husband that I felt safe and secure. The accommodations and the people at the
Fisher House made me feel at home in probably one of the darkest times of my life.”
8BRING
ON
TOMORROW
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9THE FISHER HOUSE IMPACT
Veteran Joseph Krebs
Krebs, who lives in Chiang Mai, Thailand, travels
to the District’s VA hospital for treatment for a
blood disorder that lasts anywhere from
5-6 months. With him is his caretaker,
Dr. Kriangsak Pukawan, who has been
with Krebs for 20 years.
“I come all the way to the VA here because
I know all my doctors. It’s just superb care,
that’s why I come. But I don’t know what I
would do without a Fisher House. I either
wouldn’t be able to come, or we would have to stay in an expensive hotel for six
months, I guess. Fact is, this old Korean vet just doesn’t have that kind of money,”
said Krebs.
Krebs, 82, was the youngest staff sergeant in the Marine Corps during the Korean
War. He later joined the Army Reserve and retired as a colonel. His two daughters,
Mary Devine and Julia Krebs are also military veterans. His son William is an IT
specialist.
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THE FISHER HOUSE IMPACT
The Wooten Family
When Brayden and Deklin were born they
weighed 2 ½ pounds – combined. In fact, the
doctors weighed them in grams on day two:
Brayden at just 400 grams and Deklin only a
little bit heavier.
“It’s hard to believe,” said Army SSgt. Frank
Wooten, the boys’ father, “but Brayden’s legs
were smaller than my little finger. Their eyes
were not even open yet.”
To illustrate just how tiny they were, Army
Capt. Canndice Wooten, the boys’ mother, brought out a diaper like the ones
they used in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). It wasn’t much bigger
than a book of matches– it wouldn’t have fit a doll. Even then it was too big for
Brayden.
The twins were born January 26, 2011, and for the next 4 ½ months, Frank and
Canndice lived a daily, and sometimes hourly, emotional roller coaster, never
knowing if their boys would survive and then – if they did – would they ever be
able to play baseball, read a book or dance?
“The doctors warned us from the beginning that we might have to say goodbye,
at least to Brayden,” said Canndice. “What helped more than anything was being
able to stay at the Fisher House. Having other people to talk to. We were all
struggling. One person had cancer, one had hepatitis, and another had a baby
in NICU like us. It didn’t matter, we were there for each other. I can’t tell you what
that means – to know you are not alone.”
The Army had given both Canndice and Frank compassionate reassignments to
Ft. Hood, the closest Army Base to Lackland Air Force Base, where the boys were
hospitalized. The Fisher House was their home and their refuge, allowing them to
be just steps from their babies.
12THANK YOU!
for sponsoring the
Fisher House Foundation at its
17th Annual Fisher House Gala!
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THE PERRY POINT HOUSE
Location
#1
Location
#4
Location
#3
Perry Point VAMC
Possible locations
for proposed
Fisher House
Location
#2
The Perry Point VA Medical Center, a division of the VA Maryland Health Care
System, is one of 27 sites selected nationwide for construction of a future Fisher
House. “Having a Fisher House on our Perry Point campus fits in perfectly with
our model of patient- and-family-centered care,” said Dr. Adam M. Robinson,
director of the VA Maryland Health Care System. “The new Fisher House will be
available to family members and caregivers of veterans receiving care at the
Baltimore and Perry Point VA Medical Centers, and the Loch Raven VA Community
Living & Rehabilitation Center.”
For more information about Fisher Houses, visit the VA Fisher House Program
(https://www.socialwork.va.gov/fisher.asp).
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16SCHOLARSHIP CASH CALL
Fisher House Foundation, Inc., an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) charity, administers
the Scholarships for Military Children program. Commissary business partners
and others donate to Fisher House Foundation, Inc., which treats each contribution
as a “restricted donation.” Fisher House Foundation, in turn, contracts with
“Scholarship Managers,” a professional scholarship management firm, to
evaluate the applications and select the best qualified as recipients.
Every dollar received is given out as a scholarship grant. Additionally, Fisher
House Foundation matches all donations, dollar for dollar, and does not charge
for its services, to include the costs of administration and the cost of the scholar-
ship management contract. For school year 2022-23, there will be 500 recipients
selected, and each will receive a $2,000 scholarship grant.
What this means is that a $10,000 donation, for example, will sponsor ten
scholarship recipients, each receiving a $2,000 scholarship grant.
You can contribute to the fund tonight during our cash call or donate direct on
our website at apgfisherhousegala.com/scholarship-cash-call.
2021 APG Winner:
Bella J Dietz
(Sponsored by Maj. Gen. Harry Greene AUSA Aberdeen Chapter)
17AGENDA
6:00 PM Guest Arrivals
Gift Basket Ticket Submission Opens
Guest Registration
7:00PM Program (Ballroom)
7:30 PM Scholarship Cash Call
8:30 PM Dessert (Lobby)
9:00 PM Gift Basket Ticket Submission Closes
9:15 PM Gift Basket Drawing
9:30 PM Winning Numbers Displayed
10:00 PM Event Conclusion and Drive Home Safely
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18THANK YOU!
for sponsoring the
Fisher House Foundation at its
17th Annual Fisher House Gala!
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19FALLEN HEROES TABLE
This small table …
… honors the many members of our armed forces – our heroes -- who
answered the call of duty but were unable to return home. It is deliberately
placed before our nation’s colors as a special place of honor.
… symbolizes the presence of their loving spirit; they will never be forgotten.
… is set and reserved for one to honor each of our missing and fallen
loved ones.
… is round to represent the everlasting concern for those missing and
fallen comrades.
The white tablecloth… symbolizes the purity of our heroes’ intention to respond
to their country’s call to arms.
The single red rose… reminds us of the life and love of each hero and the sacrifices
that they made for this country.
The yellow ribbon... tied so prominently on the vase, symbolizes remembrance
for the families and loved ones who keep the memories of our brothers and
sisters alive.
The solitary candle… stands proud, straight, and tall … just like our comrades
and symbolizes the ultimate sacrifice that our fallen comrades and their families
have made to preserve our precious freedom.
20FALLEN HEROES TABLE continued
The slice of lemon on the plate… reminds us of their bitter fate.
The salt upon the table… symbolizes the tears shed by families as they have
endured the sorrow of their loved ones’ fate.
The inverted glass… symbolizes that our heroes are with us in spirit but cannot
raise a glass to toast with us tonight.
The chair… leans forward against the table and represents a reserved space for
each of our heroes.
Please take a moment this evening to remember these brave men and women
who have made “the ultimate sacrifice.”
We also ask that you keep their families and loved ones in mind tonight as we
continue our cause to support the Fisher House Foundation’s mission to provide a
“home away from home” for military families so that they can be near their loved
ones during hospitalizations for illness, disease, or injury.
Thank you for your support!
Sincerely,
The Board Members of AUSA Major General Harry Greene, Aberdeen Chapter
The Committee for the 2021 Fisher House Gala
21GALA MENU
Finger Foods
• Margaritaville Jerk Shrimp & Pineapple Skewers
• Vegetable Empanadas with Romesco Sauce
• Tropical Tomato Bruschetta
• Cheese Quesadillas
High Tide Oyster Shucker
• Oysters on the Half Shell-Florida Stone Crab Claws-Blue Crab Claws
Soup & Salad Station
• Caribbean Lobster Bisque, Coconut Milk, Cognac
• Tropical Island Salad
• Caesar Salad
Cowboy in the Jungle
• Grilled Beef Tenderloin Kabobs (Bacardi Marinated, Bermuda Onion,
Peppadew Peppers, Tequila-Lime Butter)
• Traditional Jamaican Foil Fish (Julienned Carrot, Onion, Bell Peppers,
Scotch Bonnet Pepper Coconut Milk, Okra)
22GALA MENU continued
Jammin’ Jambalaya Station
• Shrimp, Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Rice, Peppers & Onions Simmered
in a Cajun Spicy Broth Served with Sautéed Vegetable Medley
Cheeseburgers in Paradise Station (Build Your Own Burger)
• Mini Char-Grilled Patties, American & Swiss Cheese, Onions, Tomato, Lettuce,
Crispy Bacon, Accompanied with Traditional Condiments and Hawaiian Rolls.
• Sweet Potato Fries
• House Fried Potato Chips-Old Bay Dusted
West Indies Vegetable Curry
• Cauliflower, Root Vegetables, Steamed Rice, Fried Plantains, Coconut Curry Sauce
Nibblin’ On Dessert
• Bananas Foster Station
• S’mores Station (Graham Cracker, Hershey’s Chocolate, Jumbo Marshmallows)
• Key Lime Pie
• Caribbean Rum and Triple Chocolate Cake
23AUCTION/DRAWING RULES
1. The evening begins at 6:00 pm.
2. Volunteers will be on hand to assist you.
3. Upon arrival, guests should go to the registration table to obtain your
program booklet.
Basket Drawing Rules
1. To compete for a gift basket, you must submit a basket ticket in the
corresponding jar placed near the basket. The jars will be labeled with
its name and item number.
2. Gift Basket Ticket submissions will end at 9:00 pm.
3. Basket Winners will be drawn at 9:15 pm, Winning numbers will be
displayed in the lobby at 9:30 pm.
4. Door Prize Drawing – There is a special drawing that will take place,
separate from the basket drawings. Door Prize tickets are to be placed in
the bowl on the registration table. The winner will be drawn at 9:15 pm.
Other Auction/Drawing Rules
1. All sales are final. No exchanges, refunds, or cancellations. All items are
offered in “as is” condition.
2. Payment may be made by cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express,
Discover, or check payable to AUSA.
24AUCTION/DRAWING RULES CONTINUED
3. All auction items must be removed from Waters Edge Events Center by
11:00 pm on the evening of the event, except for those items which are
stored at off-site facilities. Case by case exceptions may be made, if
coordinated with event committee.
4. The value of items contributed for the auction has been determined by the
donors and is not warranted by the committee for tax purposes or general
value. The auction chairs and AUSA make no representations as to the value
of the items.
5. The buyer waives any claims for liability against either AUSA or the contributor.
Neither AUSA nor the donor is responsible for any personal injuries or damages
to property that may result from the use of property or services sold.
6. Check gift certificates for any expiration dates/restrictions that may apply.
Gift certificates may not be redeemed for cash.
7. AUSA is not responsible for making any reservations. All reservations are
subject to space availability and are to be arranged at the mutual convenience
of the donor and the purchaser.
8. Booklet descriptions are for convenience only. AUSA and the auction chairs
are not responsible for errors in description, authenticity, or conditions of goods
donated. Inspect each item prior to placing ticket in jar during the event.
25EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Bob Gutjahr, President Tom Trzeciak, Treasurer
Jim Costigan, Past President Matt Wilson, Secretary
Angela Sheldon, Vice President
EVENT COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS
Deanna Hoppe Christa Dahlem Angela Sheldon
Committee Chair Melissa Gestido BJ Stephens
Victoria Arcilesi Earl Noble Thomas Trzeciak
Scott Cheseldine Jay Reckard
Melinda Conway Tamera Rush
26GDIT is honored to support the 2021 Fisher
House Gala. We thank the dedicated and
courageous men, women and their families
for their service to our great nation.
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27GALA DIRECTORY
Main Entrance
Coat
Room
Lobby
Bata Club
Ballroom
Veranda
Information/Cash Out Stairs Gift Basket Items Photo Booth
Ticket Sales Elevator Men’s Room Cigars
Food Station Exits Women’s Room S’mores Station
Cash Bar Stage/Main Program ATM Cornhole
Margarita Guy
Depending on the weather, stations may change.
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BASKET DRAWING ITEMS
ITEM# TITLE VALUE
1 BALD EAGLE PHOTOGRAPHS $500
Proudly display the nation’s symbol! This basket includes two
beautiful 19 x23 inch, framed and matted photographs of majestic
Bald Eagles. Photographed locally at the Conowingo Dam by
award winning artist and Army veteran Jake Jachens, you’ll be
proud to hang these in your living room, man-cave, or office.
Donated by Jack Jachens Photography
2 LIGHT OF FREEDOM LITHOGRAPH $950
This is a work of art from the “Master of Light,’ Thomas Kinkade,
painted in 2001. This is a 16” x 12” offset lithograph in color on
premium paper. This comes in gold framing and includes the
artist’s DNA matrix signature authentication system and
numbered. Certificate of authenticity and appraisal included.
Donated by Jill McClune
3 BUSINESS SOCIAL PACKAGE $1,100
This basket contains tickets for three business social events in
2022; The 11th Annual NMTC Visionary Awards, The Foursome at
NMTC GOLFSTEM, and the NMTC Wine on the Water Event. Time
for fun, networking, and deal making.
Donated by NMTC
4 THE BIG RESTAURANT BASKET $450
Running short on time? Need a break from cooking? This basket
is for you! Full of gift cards to local restaurants of all kinds cuisine.
There is something for everyone to enjoy. You will not be disappointed
in this BIG basket.
Donated by PM Tactical Networks
PLEASE NOTE: Items in basket subject to change. Please refer to the
30 description attached to the basket for a more accurate list of items.Proud to continue the AOC
tradition of support to Fisher House
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ITEM# TITLE VALUE
5 TWO RESTAURANT BASKETS $450
Want a second chance at gift cards? While these two baskets are
smaller, they are packed with an equal amount of gift cards to
local restaurants.
Donated by PM Tactical Networks
6 ITALIAN DINNER BASKET $300
All the supplies for dinner and desert, Italian style. This basket
contains premium cigars, a cigar cutter, Makers Mark whiskey,
Sambuca, Amaretto, red wine, specialty olive oil, specialty vinegar,
specialty pasta, Harry and David waffle rolls, pasta maker, ravioli
presses, kitchen towels, and a $25 Visa gift card.
Donated by Angela Sheldon & Mark Noletti
7 YOUR HEARTS DESIRE BASKET $500
Can’t decide which basket you want? Then bid on the basket that’s
whatever you want it to be. This basket contains a $500 Amazon
card packaged in a BAE backpack alongside BAE pens. The choice
is yours!
Donated by BAE
8 WANT TO GET AWAY BASKET $500
Ready to go? This roll-way luggage piece contains all the little
things you need to travel, plus $200 in Southwest vouchers, $25
for Uber, and $15 for Starbucks. There are also wireless Apple
AirPods for relaxing on the plane.
Donated by BCS Technology
PLEASE NOTE: Items in basket subject to change. Please refer to the
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BASKET DRAWING ITEMS continued
ITEM# TITLE VALUE
9 SOMEWHERE ON A BEACH BASKET $275
This basket contains a Vera Bradley crab beach tote, key chain,
wristlet, and sunglasses case; Earl Steven’s Tropiscato wine, two
Tervis Margaritaville wine glasses, a $25 Target gift card, a $25
Starbucks gift card, wireless waterproof speaker, and a power bank.
Donated by Deanna and Chuck Hoppe
10 GOOD FRIENDS, GOOD WHISKEY BASKET $275
This basket contains Weller Special Reserve Bourbon, Two Weller
by Cohiba Cigars, a Leather Cigar Travel Roll, a cigar lighter, two
etched glasses: 2 etched rocks glasses.
• “The light music of whiskey falling into a glass an agreeable
interlude.” - James Joyce
• “If I cannot drink bourbon and smoke cigars in heaven then I
shall not go.” -Mark Twain
All provided in an exclusive Fisher House laser engraved ammo can.
Donated by Deanna and Chuck Hoppe
11 WARM & COZY FALL FEELS BASKET $300
Feel fall year around with this basket packed with warm & cozy
seasonal items. Contents include Isaach Mizrahi embroidered fall
pillow, whiskey barrel planter, fall baking cookbook, four bottles
Southern Tier Brewing Co. Pumpkin Beer, Appalachian Sipping
Cream Butter Pecan, Appalachian Sipping Cream Electric Orange,
Appalachian Sipping Cream Coffee and Chocolate, Appalachian
Sipping Cream Apple Pie, risotto with truffles, Brachs candy corn,
fall blanket throw, pumpkin brie baker, autumn shapes baking
pan, fox oven mitts, fall colored sprinkles, Hygge fall acorn and
leaves garland, mums in vase fall decor, squirrel nut bowl, cinna-
mon apple cider, autumn leave soy candle and Baughers apple
butter.
Donated by Gold Star Mothers of Maryland
PLEASE NOTE: Items in basket subject to change. Please refer to the
34 description attached to the basket for a more accurate list of items.THANK YOU!
for sponsoring the Fisher House Foundation
at its 17th Annual Fisher House Gala!
Signal Corps Regimental Association
LTG Alfred J Mallette Chapter
Honoring and supporting our wounded warriors and families
when they need us most.
Thank you Fisher House Foundation for all that you do.
35BASKET DRAWING ITEMS continued
ITEM# TITLE VALUE
12 IT’S SOUS VIDE TIME! (“SAY SUE VEED”) BASKET $300
This basket contains equipment and fixings for sous vide cooking.
This basket contains Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker
(Bluetooth, 750W, with Anova App), Anova Precision Coker con-
tainer (12L), Suise Vide for Everybody book, Seasoning for Meat,
Fish, and Chicken with a Bottle of Red Wine.
Donated by Gold Star Mothers of Maryland
13 LIFE HAPPENS, WINE HELPS BASKET $450
Geoffrey and Jessica Hermanstorfer present the Life Happens,
Wine Helps basket. Enjoy three excellent Napa Wines (2017
Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon Monitor Ledge Vineyard, 2017 Peju
Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon Stained Glass Series, and 2015
DVX Mumm Sparkling Rose). These collectible wines are presented
in your new wine bucket, with 2 wine glasses etched with crabs,
an Anchor etched cheese board, wine opener, Maryland themed
wine charms, crackers, cheese honey, Life Happens, Wine Helps
Cocktail napkins, and Godiva chocolates.
Donated by Geoff and Jessica Hermanstirfer
14 MEXICAN FIESTA BASKET $300
This basket includes everything you need for a Mexican Fiesta
including Jose Cuervo Especial Silver, Jose Cuervo Especial Gold,
Jose Cuervo Coconut Pineapple Margarita Mix, 3 Jose Cuervo
Especial Silver shot bottles, 3 Jose Cuervo Especial Gold shot
bottles, Espolon tequila – 750 ml, $50 gift card to Mexican restau-
rant, Chi Chi’s hot chunky salsa, Chi Chi’s mild salsa, Chi Chi’s mild
queso dip, Chi Chi’s medium chunky salsa, Jumex mango nectar,
Agualina Organic margarita mix, Kirkland’s classic margarita mix,
Tres agaves organic strawberry margarita/daquiri mix, Salt 84 Hi-
malayan pink salt, Daily’s margarita mix, 6 shot glasses, 4 margarita
cups, Fieras spicy, nacho chips, Fieras chili & lime spicy sticks and
Angostura orange bitters.
Donated by Mantech
PLEASE NOTE: Items in basket subject to change. Please refer to the
36 description attached to the basket for a more accurate list of items.THANK YOU!
for sponsoring the
Fisher House Foundation at its
17th Annual Fisher House Gala!
37BASKET DRAWING ITEMS continued
ITEM# TITLE VALUE
15 ALL-ACCESS HARFORD BASKET $3,000
This basket, coordinated by the Harford County Office of
Community & Economic Development, is all about membership
and networking in Harford County! Enjoy a one-year Business
Tier Membership to the Harford County Chamber of Commerce;
a One-Star Annual Membership to the Army Alliance; a One-Year
Membership to the Northeastern Maryland Tech Council (NMTC);
and a Six-Month Membership to GroundFloor at Harford. In
addition, a crocheted patriotic flag afghan handmade by Sue
Nappi is included.
Donated by Harford County Office of Community & Economic
Development
16 ARMY BASKET $250
Two tickets to the best game of the year. This basket includes
Army swag to help you root for the Black Knights. Go Army, beat
Navy!
Donated by AUSA
17 NAVY BASKET $250
Two tickets for the best game of the year. This basket includes
Navy swag to help you root for the Navy Midshipmen. Go Navy,
beat Army!
Donated by AUSA
PLEASE NOTE: Items in basket subject to change. Please refer to the
38 description attached to the basket for a more accurate list of items.39
ITEM# TITLE VALUE
18 US MILITARY BASKET $250
Wait, what? Two more tickets to the best game of the year? When
you’re rooting for both sides, you can’t lose.
Donated by AUSA
19 WARRIORS ON THE GREEN $400
Warriors on the Green (WOTG) is a non-profit dedicated to using
the game of golf to support wounded and disabled veterans. This
basket includes a foursome to a premier local golf course, sleeves
of balls, tees, hats and cigars.
Donated by SURVICE Engineering and Warriors on the Green
20 VIRGINIA IS FOR LOVERS - BEVERAGE AND $250
SNACK SAMPLER BASKET
Enjoy this sampler pack of selected Virginia products with your
loved ones! This basket contains all of the essentials for a great
evening inside or outside. This based comes fully stocked with
Catoctin Creek Distillery Whiskey sampler gift pack, Walsh Family
Wines – Rose (blend), Trump Winery – Sauvignon Blanc (white),
Williamsburg Winery – 2-Shilling Red (blend), Virginia Diner
Peanuts (Old Bay seasoned), Virginia Chocolate Sample, State of
Virginia decorative serving plate, and a Wicker Basket for storage
and display.
Donated by Savantage
PLEASE NOTE: Items in basket subject to change. Please refer to the
40 description attached to the basket for a more accurate list of items.United We Stand
We are proud to help keep
families united by supporting
the Fisher House Foundation
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THANK YOU!
for sponsoring the Fisher House Foundation
at its 17th Annual Fisher House Gala!
THANK YOU!
for sponsoring the Fisher House Foundation
at its 17th Annual Fisher House Gala!
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21 CHEERS FOR ALL SEASONS BASKET $500
Seasonal drink basket featuring a drink for each season, plus a
stainless steel ice bucket and tongs.
1. SPRING break margaritas: lime, simple syrup, margarita
cocktail cubes, 2 glasses, margarita salt, Hornito’s Tequila, and
two Hornito’s shot glasses.
2. SUMMER Shandy: 2 hot or cold insulated beer mugs, Goslings
ginger beer and Jameson.
3. FALL Spices: 2 sparkling pumpkin insulated cups with straws,
Ole Smoky Pumpkin Spice Cream, Limited Edition Apple Pie
Bailey’s.
4. WINTER Hot Toddy’s: Lemon, honey, cinnamon sticks,
Glenmorangie whiskey and two Glenmorangie glasses.
Donated by Deanna Ohwevwo
22 BALTIMORE ORIOLES GAME BASKET $450
Play ball! This basket includes 4 tickets to the Baltimore Orioles vs
Red Sox game on Wednesday, Sept 29 at 7:05pm at Oriole Park at
Camden Yards, 1 parking pass, Orioles hat and t-shirt.
Donated by Red River
PLEASE NOTE: Items in basket subject to change. Please refer to the
42 description attached to the basket for a more accurate list of items.43
Committed to
Keeping Our Troops and
Their Families Close When It
Matters
the Most
We are commi�ed to those
who serve both on and off
the ba�lefield. We honor our
servicemen and women and
thank them for the sacrifices
they make to safeguard our
na�on and protect our freedoms.
We are proud to sponsor this year’s gala benefi�ng the Fisher
House Founda�on in its mission to help injured soldiers and
their families.
Learn more about how CACI supports our troops:
www.caci.com/corporate-social-responsibility
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for sponsoring the
Fisher House Foundation at its
17th Annual Fisher House Gala!
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