On November 9, 2013, "The 2nd Annual Renaissance Ball" was fully organized and hosted by Tracer's Information Specialists, Inc. This whimsical event cordially invited the community out for a fun night of live entertainment, costumes, silent auctions, fine foods and spirits in support of United Way of Hernando County's EDUCATION initiative through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library (DPIL).
Proceeds from the event have been collected and invested in DPIL, removing numerous pre-school children from the waiting list and becoming active within this educational program.
A special Thank You to 2013's Annual Renaissance Ball guests, from Tracer's Information Specialists, Inc.:
"We would like to extend a warm thank you to everyone who attended. There is nothing sadder than a child who is unable to enjoy the world of reading. Our goal is to raise enough money to put a book in every child's hand.
Children who do not have access to books in their formative years will not be able to read at grade level. This makes them less likely to graduate and to become an unemployed adult.
Your donation can change the lives of thousands of local children and help support our local businesses.
All tips that were given to our wait staff and bartender were donated to the United Way and Imagination Library to help our children get the books they need.
Thank you for your help."
United Way of Hernando County's Executive Director Kathy Jones presented Tracer's with an plaque recognizing them as a Partner in Education, in appreciation for their dedication and support.