Joan Hisaoka, founder and president of Hisaoka Public Relations was 48, when she lost her battle with cancer on May 14, 2008. This gala was created to honor Joan and her dream of assisting those living with cancer.Through the Gala, we will continue her unfinished work by supporting organizations who bring hope and healing to those faced with serious illness.

Enjoy a cocktail reception, a four course dinner prepared by City Zen chef Eric Ziebold, dancing, and silent and live auctions.

This year’s gala will benefit the Smith Farm Center for Healing and the Arts.

Date: October 24, 2009

Time: 6 p.m reception, 7:30 p.m. dinner

Location: Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C.

Attire: Black-tie

Ticket/Pricing Information:

Individual tickets are $500.

Sponsorships are available from $1,500 to $100,000.

For more information, go to http://www.joanhisaokagala.org/