Westwood Community Chest to Host “Gratitude & Glitter”

Westwood Community Chest’s annual gala will be held at Chiara Bistro in Westwood on January 28, 2019. “Gratitude & Glitter” will raise funds for the organization* which is dedicated to “neighbors helping neighbors.” Chiara Bistro’s Executive Chef, Steven LaCount, will be serving foods from both Northern and Southern Italy. These treats will find their pairings in wines selected by wine experts at Gratitude & Glitter’s Premier Sponsor, Roche Brothers.

But food isn’t the only draw at Gratitude & Glitter! A silent auction will include “getaway packages, Sports events, and Lifestyle & Wellness selections.” The raffle features many items, but the grand prize is a pair of Sonos Play:1 speakers. A wine pull will also be held.

Westwood Community Chest’s Mission Statement is “Westwood Community Chest (WCC) is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to helping Westwood residents in need through temporary financial assistance. The organization is run by a volunteer board and works with several town organizations to ensure that our community members get the help they need. WCC receives funds from private donors, businesses and town organizations and distributes them to help families in need through a confidential application process….WCC works closely with our liaisons from town organizations who help us identify families at risk and connect them with resources to address their critical needs. Throughout this assessment and our application process, all applicant information is kept private and strictly confidential.”

Help your neighbor out by attending Gratitude & Glitter. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

*As always, in the interest of full disclosure, a member of my household is a board member of WCC.