Friday night, several stages were set up around the St. Croix Montessori school to entertain VIPs, caregivers, and volunteers attending the second annual Tim Tebow “Night to Shine” prom.
The guests -“kings” and “queens”- disembarked at the entrance guided by enormous stars hanging from the trees. Corsages and boutonnieres were pinned on each guest and they were escorted up the red carpet to make a grand entrance.
Throughout the night, more than 216 people participated in the event – 34 VIPs, 29 caregivers, and 153 volunteers. Schafer and Richardson were naturally synced cheerleaders, even though they only met at the event.
The night was lit up with hundreds of smiles as VIPS walked the red carpet.
Guests were escorted to the ballroom, where a multi-course dinner was served. Caregivers were ushered to a separate room for their leisurely appetizers, drinks, and dinner.
After dinner, guests stayed for dancing with DJ Rad Dad or had their nails painted, hair styled, shoes shined and rhinestone tattoos affixed in another room before they hit the dance floor.
In another room, equipment was set up for karaoke.
The evening was enjoyed by all. Everyone was treated royally – the hard-working caregivers were given some much-needed time off by the hard-working volunteers. The wide community support for the event was explained by Burgundy Hensley, communications director for the St. Croix Christian Church.
“The community has gotten out and responded. They see the heart behind the mission is to the entire community’s benefit,” she said.
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