EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – The Gratitude Gala was held Friday night at the Lismore Hotel.
According to their website, United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley held the event for recognition, networking, live music and fun.
The first part of the event were the spirit awards and the second were the Dueling Pianos.
Below are the people and businesses that help others meet critical needs in the Chippewa Valley.
Campaign of the year – ITW Deltar Fast.
Volunteer of the year – Jeni Thorpe
Spirit of the Chippewa valley – Ruder Ware
Senn Award – Karen Kohler (CVTC)
Board member of the year – John Jacobson
Program partner of the year – Western Dairyland
Community partner of the year – Mike Prasher