29th Mardi Gras Gala

Saturday, March 6, 2021

6:00pm – 7:30pm

For the last 29 years, proceeds from our annual Mardi Gras Gala have directly impacted victims of crime and trauma in Summit County. The strong support of generous donors like you, allow our team to provide 24-hour crime scene response, advocacy and education to over 6,000 individuals a year.

For the first time ever, this Bourbon Street extravaganza is going virtual. Attendees can expect food, drinks, awards, auctions, games, and plenty of opportunities to donate throughout the night. We’ve partnered with some great local companies and vendors this year.

Will you join in helping to reach our goal of $100,000 this year?

2021 Bernard I. Rosen Community Service Award

Retired Akron Police Captain, Sylvia Trundle

Sylvia Trundle retired in July 2017 as captain of the patrol subdivision of the Akron Police Department. During and after her tenure, Sylvia continues to embody community, always striving to enhance the place for which we live, work, and play. She is a graduate of Leadership Akron, the recipient of numerous awards and accolades, and like Bernie Rosen, has volunteered her time on numerous nonprofit boards of directors over the years. Victim Assistance Program was fortunate enough to have Sylvia sit as our Board Chair from 2012-2013.

MARDI GRAS COMMITTEE

Co Chairs: Nicole Hagy & Danielle Murphy

Annette Bader	Amina Hall
Gia Bell	Jody James
Crystal Brodzenski	Ashley Konarski
Brianna Carter	Justin Leonti
Mo Cmunt	Rana Matar
Erin Cole	Karla Orozco
Rebecca Cool	Alexandra Potter
Jordan Doyle	Traci Swain
Christel Durbec	Devan Weckerly
Leanne Graham