On September 25th, Manna marked a remarkable milestone, it’s 35th anniversary of delivering nourishing food to the Philadelphia area/community.
The celebration took place at the recently renovated Grand Belle at the Bellevue, one of Philadelphia’s most historic venues.
The evening was a celebration thanks to event sponsors the Steven Korman Family, the Frazer Family foundation, the Honickman family, John Alchin and Hall Maryatt, to name a few with chef chairs, Eli Kulp, Nak Suntaranon and event chairs Frances and Kevin Boyle and Scott T. Barnes.
Scott Barnes, event co-chair enjoys time with Jacqueline London, event emcee and NBC anchor. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Alasdair Nichol and Susi Ritt Nichol. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Steve Korman, event sponsor and president of Advisory Board, Linda Forman and Brad Korman enjoyed the Manna Celebration. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Monica Taylor Lotty, Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer of CHOP, chats with Meghan Wright at the Manna Gala. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Francesca Farnesi, Ricki Brawer and Sarah Silberg supported the Manna Celebration and event fundraiser. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
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Scott Barnes, event co-chair enjoys time with Jacqueline London, event emcee and NBC anchor. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
As guests entered the venue they were offered specialty cocktails and could choose from an array of appetizer stations offering tantalizing bites crafted by Philadelphia’s chefs. Passed hors d’oeuvres delighted the attendees as they mingled with friends and community. Delectable dinner specially prepared by Chef Nok, Chef Eli Kulp and Manna chefs highlighted their talents and the guests.
Entertainment was top shelf featuring silent and live auctions, a raffle, captivating performances by Philadelphia ballet, John Jarboe and the bearded ladies cabaret with auctioneer Alasdair Nichols adding to the festivities.
Blair Weikert and Bob Saxson chat with Kevin Boyle. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Frances Boyle and her husband Kevin Boyle, Manna event co-chairs. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
The evening was a celebration of compassion, community and culinary excellence.
Since 1990 Manna has been a beacon of hope delivering medically tailored meals along with personalized nutrition counseling.
To date the organization has served over 24 million meals to more than 50,000 clients across the Philadelphia area.
Manna continues its vital work. Every meal is more than just nourishment the food it is a gesture of love and a symbol of hope and love and community caring. For more information visit mannapa.org.