Comedian Brad Garrett hosted the annual Camelot fundraiser for Opportunity Village on Nov. 15. Garrett helped raise funds for Opportunity Village by auctioning off a painting at the fundraiser.
On Nov. 15, golf professional David Feherty and wife Anita took in the sights at Opportunity Village’s annual Camelot fundraiser.
Illusionist David Copperfield and Associate Executive Director of Opportunity Village, Linda Smith, took a ride on Cheyenne’s Enchanted Carousel at Opportunity Village’s Magical Forest during the annual Camelot fundraiser on Nov. 15.
Opportunity Village hosted its annual Camelot fundraiser Nov. 15 at the organization’s Oakey Campus, home of the Magical Forest. This event was emceed by comedian Brad Garrett and celebrated the efforts of Bill and Susan Walters on behalf of individuals with disabilities. This year, Camelot included a cocktail reception, five-star dinner, silent and live auctions, a preview of the Magical Forest and a special performance of a song inspired by Opportunity Village, written and performed by Mac Davis. As evidence of his kindness, Honoree Bill Walters generously pledged $1 million to Opportunity Village at this event.
Opportunity Village is a not-for-profit organization that serves people within our community with significant intellectual disabilities, to improve their lives and the lives of their families. Opportunity Village was founded in 1954 by seven families who were determined to give their disabled children the best lives possible. 58 years later, Opportunity Village is one of the most recognized and respected Community Habilitation Programs in the United States.
Nevada’s largest employer of people with disabilities, Opportunity Village serves nearly 3000 individuals annually, providing vocational training, employment, habilitation and social recreation programs and services that make their lives more independent and productive. Opportunity Village clients – individuals who were previously considered unemployable – work at Opportunity Village’s Employment Resource Centers and in jobs throughout the community, collectively earning wages amounting to more than $7.5 million in 2011. Primarily a self-funded organization, Opportunity Village generates the majority of its operational funding through its employment contracts and fundraising efforts such as the Magical Forest and Great Santa Run, saving Nevada taxpayers over $22 million annually. For more information, visit www.opportunityvillage.org.
**Photo Credit: Steven Joseph Photography**