The American Red Cross thanks all who supported Garden Party in Red.

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, sponsors and attendees, Greater Miami and The Keys Chapter of the American Red Cross raised nearly $130,000 at Garden Party in Red on Saturday, February 3rd, at the Harry S. Truman Little White House in Key West. Funds raised during the event support Red Cross services and programs in Monroe County.

At the event, the Red Cross celebrated over a century of service helping families in Monroe County recover after local disasters such as hurricanes and home fires. Relief to Monroe County residents has come in the form of food, shelter, financial assistance, health and emotional support, recovery services, and so much more. Every day, the Red Cross is at work in the Keys – not just during hurricane season – helping prevent personal catastrophes and offering relief when they occur.

The event was chaired by John Spottswood, III and Mayor Holly M. Raschein, Board members of the Greater Miami & The Keys Chapter. "Thanks in part to the funds raised at this event, our critical disaster preparedness and response programs will continue uninterrupted," said Mayor Holly M. Raschein.

"We are grateful to our generous donors whose commitment ensures that the Red Cross can continuously deliver its mission of alleviating suffering in the face of disasters here in the Florida Keys," said Deborah Koch, executive director for the Greater Miami & The Keys Chapter. "Their support of the Red Cross means that families facing life-changing emergencies, like a home fire or a hurricane, won't have to handle these challenging moments alone."

More than 100 guests enjoyed a curated menu by Chef James Jernigan, executive chef at the Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel, including exquisite wines, champagne and a live band, all while supporting the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross.