The Annual Jingle Bell Ball Fundraiser Hits Record High Numbers and Gives More Donations to the Shelter for Battered Women

     The 15th annual Jingle Bell Ball event raised more than $17,000 for United Family Services’ Shelter for Battered Women.
     Event Coordinator Portia Bellamy said the fundraiser was a big success because of the individuals who gave generously to the cause.
     “We had more individual donations than ever before,” Bellamy said. “We were able to donate the most ever to help the Shelter for Battered Women with operational expenses.”
     The Shelter received about $6,000 more from the event compared to the year prior, she said.
     The semi-formal event took place on Dec. 11 with a live performance by the New South Players at Grand Central. Jingle Bell Ball is one of the city’s biggest charity events.
     Bellamy said they plan to host the next Jingle Ball Ball at Grand Central again.
     “You can bet that there will be lots of dancing and fun,” she said. “Our goal is to continue to raise the bar and donate even more!”