Shanti Celebrates 33 Years Serving Critically Ill Peopleby Dennis McMillan

Honoree Josephine Caffese Loft danced
up a storn with performer Anita Cocktail
at Shanti's Spring Gala.
Photo by Rink.

Shanti, the 33-year-old nonprofit based in San Francisco, held its fundraiser, “Embracing Wellness Gala,” in Fort Mason’s Golden Gate Room on May 31. It featured mistresses of ceremonies Connie Champagne and Anita Cocktail accompanied by the Twilight Vixen Revue, all serving up an evening of comedy and fiery wit. There was also jazz piano music by former Apprentice contestant turned composer and musician, Tim Urban.

Shanti’s programs target San Francisco’s most at-risk women and men – the underserved. With a dedicated, highly professional staff of 35 and over 175 active volunteers supporting over 1,600 men and women each year, Shanti cannot provide its services without generous support from its donors. Eighty-five cents of every donor dollar goes directly to support these programs.

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