Contact: Jillian Dimaano, 415-543-3303 x114, jillian@kidneynca.org; www.kidneynca.org
This gala celebration, with a "Golden Age Hollywood" theme, will honor three extraordinary Foundation advocates and supporters who have made significant contributions in the areas of patient advocacy, health care, and research relating to kidney disease and organ transplantation.
Entertainment includes tributes to honorees and patients with kidney disease as well as special guest performers. The emcee is stand-up comedian, actor, radio and television talk show host, and author of "Not a Genuine Black Man," Brian Copeland. Individual tickets are $300 and table sponsorships begin at $3,000. All proceeds raised from this event benefit the programs and work of the NKF of Northern California & Northern Nevada.
Receiving the 2008 Champions of Hope Awards are:
Toby Gottheiner, MD - Physician's Award
Tim Calabretta & former 49er Steve Bono - Philanthropist Award
Cooley Godward Kronish LLP - Corporate Award
Who: National Kidney Foundation of Northern California &
What: The Golden Gala
Where: Hotel Nikko,
When: Saturday, March 29, 2008, 6 - 11 p.m.
The National Kidney Foundation of