Carousel of Hope- Benefiting the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes Foundation

October 23, 2004 - Jewels and Pinstripes provided 25 VIP Thank You Gift Bags at the 16th Carousel of Hope fundraiser presented by Mercedes-Benz on October 23, 2004 at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. The Carousel of Hope is one of the most successful fundraising events in the world! Hosted and personally planned by Barbara Davis, the biennial gala has already raised over $65 million, making this the one event Hollywood can't miss. Proceeds from the ball benefit juvenile diabetes. These exclusive VIP bags valued over $17,000 were provided to an elite group of individuals contributing to this prestigious event:

Honoree: Halle Berrry was honored with The Brass Ring Award presented by Oprah Winfrey, Featured Performers: Beyonce, Josh Groban, Faith Hill. Pianist: William Joseph, Program Participants: Sir Sidney Poitier, Sir Michael Caine, Master Of Ceremonies: Jay Leno, Music Director: David Foster , Producer: George Schlatter, Music Chairmen: Clive Davis and Quincy Jones, Chairperson: Barbara Davis, Auction Chairmen: Nancy and Dana Davis.

Jewels and Pinstripes auctioned three of the official Carousel of Hope Gala thank you gifts bags (one at the gala and two on eBay) and raised over $20,000 with all proceeds going to the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes! In addition to Jewels and Pinstripes helped coordinate the donation of several other high ticket silent auction items and raised an additional $4,000 for the charity.

› Please see our press room for Carousel of Hope Gift Bag press.
› To view photos of the Carousel of Hope event visit the Carousel of Hope photo gallery.
› For details on the Carousel of Hope Thank You Gift eBay auction click here.
› For a list of all items and pictures of each product, click here.

Julie Kenney, Founder and President of Jewels and Pinstripes, presenting performer Josh Groban with one of three bags he received for his love and caring at the Carousel of Hope Gala. Faith Hill and Beyonce’s Carousel of Hope Thank You Gift Bags.