ACES Casino Night Chairs 2022 ACES Casino Night 2022 is getting closer! The CAC would like to recognize this year’s Event Chairs who are working hard to make sure October 21st is a night to remember! This year’s Event Chairs are Terri Ann Weathers, Miles Huff, and Drew Thompson. The CAC is incredibly grateful for all the time and effort the chairs have given to planning ACES and for their dedication to helping child abuse victims in our community. We asked our chairs a few questions about their involvement with the CAC and the upcoming event; see their answers below and join us on October 21st at Chattanooga Whiskey Event Hall at 7:00 pm for ACES Casino Night 2022! - How did you become involved with the CAC?
- Terri Ann Weathers: I worked with Lisa Moore in another city and knew working with her again would be a blast. We reconnected when she moved to Chattanooga, and her love and fire for CAC was contagious. Once learning more about CAC and what this place does for so many kids... of course, I wanted to do something! I was on the last ACES committee, so fun! and then joined the CAC board and now co-chairing ACES with Miles and Drew.
- Miles Huff: I first got involved with the CAC years ago, taking place in a 5k fundraiser benefitting the organization. I learned about the mission of the CAC, and wanted to support however possible. Fast forward to now, and I am so lucky to call myself a board member and now co-chair for ACES Casino Night 2022.
- Drew Thompson: After attending the last ACES event and learning about all of the wonderful programs that they provide for the children and families of Chattanooga, I decided to support the organization however I could. When asked to co-chair the event with my husband and CAC board member, Miles Huff, I jumped at the opportunity!
- What are you most looking forward to about ACES Casino Night 2022?
- Terri Ann Weathers: I am so looking forward to the sheer fun of ACES! and seeing how our amazing friends and supporters come out to HELP US HELP KIDS! I am excited to see my friends and see them learn more about the CAC. ACES is how you take a difficult subject and make it positive! Helping kids!
- Miles Huff: Aside from the fact that this will be an incredibly fun night to remember, I look forward to seeing supporters of the CAC in person and coming together for such a worthy cause and worthy organization. It has been such an honor to be a part of this event committee, and seeing the hard work of the CAC be celebrated will be worth all of our hard work!
- Drew Thompson: I am most looking forward to the live auction. As exciting as it is to participate in the silent auction, it is even more thrilling to watch the bidding competitions that ensue over all of the fabulous items!
- How do you think ACES Casino Night 2022 will help bring awareness to CAC services provided to victims of child abuse?
- Terri Ann Weathers: ACES is not only super fun! It spreads the word on the CAC. I find most people are shocked to hear how many lives are affected by child abuse and the number of kids CAC services every year right here in Chattanooga. ACES raised funds for the CAC yet also educated others on what is happening and what CAC is doing for the hurt in our community. I am still shocked how many have no idea. I didn't either until I had lunch with my friend Lisa after she moved here.
- Miles Huff: Far too many people suffer in silence due the impact of childhood sexual abuse, and it is a topic that goes undiscussed too often. As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, supporting events like ACES Casino Night ensure this topic is brought into the light and generate vital funds to further the mission and impact of the Children’s Advocacy Center in our community.
- Drew Thompson: At events such as ACES, awareness is promoted throughout the community by people having a great evening and telling their friends and family members about ACES and the CAC. So everyone should promote this wonderful organization and their work by buying a ticket and having a great time!
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