Inaugural event supports Arkansas Alzheimer’s Association

City of Faith hosted a Mardi Gras Gala with the theme “A Night to Remember” on Feb. 7 at The Venue at Westwind.

Antoinette Johnson (from left), Lesley McNulty, John Johnson, Karen Ross, Patrick McNulty, Angela Douglas, Hannah Luevanos and Jose Luevanos.

The gala raised money for the Arkansas Alzheimer’s Association. Attendees enjoyed a silent auction, food, drinks and dancing. The Rodney Block Collective performed Mardi Gras-themed music and kept the party going. 

Troy Adams, CFO of City of Faith.

City of Faith presented several awards, but the main honoree was Joan Adcock, who received the Kathy Biedenharn Leadership Award. It honors an individual who exemplifies the tenacity, boldness and unwavering commitment that defined Biedenharn’s legacy.

Joan Adcock,City Director in Little Rock for 33 years, was presented with the Kathy Biedenharn Leadership Award.

City of Faith is an outreach that helps offenders upon their release from prison. The organization has facilities in Little Rock, and in Monroe and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They provide a reentry service to individuals in two states through seven facilities. Clients live in a positive place, have help in finding employment and develop a community of support.