Tidewell Foundation’s 12th Annual Signature Luncheon Shifts to Virtual Format

The new format will ensure guest safety during fundraising event.

The Tidewell Foundation, Inc. is shifting its 12th Annual Signature Luncheon, scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 5, to an entirely virtual event in response to the state of the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants will be able to enjoy the program in its entirety via livestreaming.

Lorna Luft, Broadway star and daughter of the beloved legendary star Judy Garland, will be the keynote speaker for the event. Lorna talks candidly about the challenges of terminal illness and the power of hospice care, and the positive impact it has for patients and families. As a caregiver to her mother as well as her dearest friend, who spent her final two weeks of her life in hospice, Lorna has been touched by the fragility and vulnerability of life.

Sponsored by Caldwell Trust Company, the 12th Annual Signature Luncheon is Tidewell’s largest fundraising event. Proceeds will help support Tidewell’s services to more than 10,000 patients annually, regardless of their ability to pay.

“While we will miss having the chance to gather in person this year, we are excited that everyone will be able to participate together safely,” Tidewell Foundation President Debbie Mason said. “During these difficult times, donor support and funding is appreciated and needed more than ever before. We commend our team, honored guests and sponsors for innovating in the face of today’s challenges to help make the 12th Annual Signature Luncheon an unforgettable event.”

Purchase tickets for the Tidewell Foundation’s 12th Annual Signature Luncheon here or call 941-552-7546 to learn more. A link to watch the program and detailed instructions will be emailed to guests several days prior to the event.

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About Tidewell Foundation, Inc. 

The Tidewell Foundation, Inc. is an independent 501 (c) (3) charitable foundation established to ensure perpetual philanthropic support to Tidewell Hospice and the healthcare companies within the Stratum Health System family. Charitable contributions to the Tidewell Foundation sustain and grow the critically important programs and services provided through the not-for-profit mission of Tidewell Hospice and its affiliates. Donor-funded programs offer compassion and comfort to those who need it most in our community by caring for all, regardless of their ability to pay. It starts with generosity and is paid forward with every patient connection, family served and life changed.

Discover how each donation strengthens our community; learn more by visiting www.tidewellfoundation.org.