Joanne King Herring, Mira Sorvino, Rania Mankarious
Chaired by Jennifer and Chris "Kip" Hohan, the evening included remarks by Crime Stoppers board member Lindsay Aronstein and CEO Rania Mankarious. Jennifer returned to the mic to share stories of human-trafficking survivors, all of whom were in attendance, and stood as their testimony was read aloud. They all received a standing ovation for their bravery and boldness.
KHOU anchor Mia Gradney moderated a discussion with actress Mira Sorvino, who recently starred in the hit movie Sound of Freedom. She shared her personal connection to the fight against human trafficking, as well as anecdotes from throughout her career.
Finally, a "paddles up" segment garnered thousands in donations, and galagoer Vanessa Ames was the lucky recipient of two Zadok Jewelers gift cards. In total, the evening, which honored corporate sponsor GOYA Cares, raised more than $1 million for Crime Stoppers of Houston.
Vicki Rizzo, Leisa Holland Nelson
Chuck Ames, Vanessa Ames, Jordan Seff, Jennifer Hohman
Kim Ogg, Brigitte Kalai, Alicia Smith
Tena Faust, Tyson Faust
Jay Zeidman, Anat Zeidman, Matt Mackey, Elizabeth McIngvale, Jonathan Zadok
Recognition of survivors
Omar Khan, Joanne King Herring, Gabby Baptista, Mario Baptista, Maha Khan, Jill Talisman, Anna Reger, John Reger, Charlie Talisman
"Last Paddle Standing" winner Vanessa Ames
Mia Gradney and Mira Sorvino on stage at Crime Stoppers of Houston's gala
Lauren Rhea, Cabell Wood, Kelly Canova, Diana Bridger
John and Cathy Crapitto
Misty Wall, Jenna Rudoff
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