Phyllis Madonna, to be honored with Humanitarian Award
The French Hospital Medical Center (FHMC) Foundation is proud to announce that it will host its fifth annual fundraising gala, Satin and Swing, at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2010 under the Big Tent at FHMC. The black-tie event will feature a gourmet dinner, entertainment from Sugar Daddy Swing Kings with a special Swing Dance performance as well as live and silent auctions. The FHMC Foundation will also present the 2010 Louis Tedone, M.D. Humanitarian Award to Phyllis Madonna for her philanthropy and caring community-minded approach which has improved the quality of life for our community in many ways. All proceeds from the event will benefit the life-saving programs and services at FHMC.
Since she and her late husband Alex greeted their first guest at their hotel back in 1958, Phyllis Madonna, owner of the Madonna Inn, has been giving back to the community. Her giving spirit is truly inspiring. Over the years, Mrs. Madonna’s hotel and restaurant has designed and donated countless decadent desserts to numerous non-profit organizations. She has earned a special place in this community by her tireless efforts to help women and children suffering from abuse and neglect. Mrs. Madonna has dedicated over 20 years to sponsoring and organizing the Women’s Shelter annual fashion show fundraiser. Her efforts in donating her time, talent and resources have raised thousands of dollars to support women and children in crisis. Her gifts as a businesswomen, musician, author, and philanthropist have greatly improved the health and welfare of many residents and visitors in San Luis Obispo County.
Past recipients of the Louis Tedone, M.D. Humanitarian Award include Jac Pedersen, D.D.S., Steve Hearst, Ke-Ping Tsao, M.D. and Rob Rossi for their long-standing reputations for improving the quality of health care locally with professionalism and kindness. In 2006, the first annual gala established the humanitarian award by honoring its namesake, Dr. Tedone, for his 35 year career providing healthcare to the San Luis Obispo community. Since then, the fundraising galas have raised more than $460,000 for the programs and services of FHMC.
The FHMC Foundation invites friends and colleagues of Mrs. Madonna to attend the gala where she will be recognized. Supporters are also welcome to make a donation to the to the Louis Tedone, M.D. Legacy Fund benefiting the patients at FHMC.
Tickets to the gala are available for $175 per person, and include an entry to win an Art Deco Amethyst and Hearts On Fire diamond Pendant donated by Kevin Main Jewelers.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, tables, and tribute ads for Mrs. Madonna, contact the FHMC Foundation Office at (805) 542-6496 or Click Here for Online Registration.
