Catholic Charities hosts elegant evening

The Grand Ballroom of The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota was once again adorned with elegant decor and gowns on Jan. 27 for the annual Catholic Charities Ball. 

Chandeliers were the theme of the evening, making The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota the perfect venue to host. During cocktail hour, guests bid on silent auction items, including fine wine and jewelry. Later in the evening, a live auction took place. The last item of the live auction was a jewelry chest with a mystery item inside. 

The proceeds from the Catholic Charities Ball will help the organization provide emergency shelter to homeless families, provide affordable housing for low-income families and family reunification and citizenship classes, among others.