VIP Reception

Before the event, The House hosted a VIP reception for business and community leaders who have been vital supporters of the House.

The VIPs were greeted by our special guests, Paige Hemmis and Kyle Maynard, and Redskins Hall-of-Famer Charlie Taylor.

We would like to extend an extra-special thanks to the U.S. Marine Corps, ServPro and Cici's Pizza.

House Kids Ready to Welcome Our Guests

Many of our House students were hosts and hostesses for the evening.

A Little Decor. . .

Hair & Makeup Time

Several women from the community donated their time and resources to do the hair and makeup of the young ladies who would be attending the ball.

Here are a few photos:

Preparing for the Big Event

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make this day possible. Here are a few pics from this morning's preparation.

Here's What's Happening in Mere Hours

Setting Up the Dance Tent for Tomorrow's Ball

Here are a few pictures of the crew setting up the tent for the 2nd Annual Cinderella Ball.

Thanks, Redskins All Stars, for helping to make this possible.

Gov. Kaine Again Lauds 2nd Annual Cinderella Ball, Praises The House's Mentoring Programs

Exciting News!

Gov. Tim Kaine has again praised The House's efforts to help Virginia students through the Cinderella Ball and our mentoring programs.

Here's the letter (click on it for a full version). The text of the letter is also printed below.


Dear Friends:

On behalf of the Commonwealth of Virginia I send warm greetings to the organizers and attendees of the second annual Cinderella Ball hosted by The House, Inc.

I commend The House for your hard work and commitment to once again holding this year’s Cinderella Ball and I am confident that the Ball will be a huge success. Over the past year, the reputation of this event has grown and I am very pleased that some very special guests have been able to join you this evening. While I am not able to join you, please know that you have my support and I wish you all the very best of luck in all of your future endeavors.

When I served as the Chairperson of the Disability Commission, I learned so much about the needs and abilities of Virginians with disabilities and how government can best respond to them. One of the greatest lessons I learned was that persons with disabilities most often have the same needs and desires of any citizen. The Cinderella Ball offers many youngsters the opportunity to get dressed up and have a special evening.

I am also pleased to see the continuing impact of the mentoring offered by The House. By offering mentoring opportunities and matching youngsters with positive role models, you are assuring that these young students can stay on the right path and, eventually, help others. As a direct result of what you do at The House, your students develop independent skills and will one day serve as a positive role model for someone else.

Again, congratulations on hosting such a worthwhile event and best wishes for continued success.

Sincerely,

Timothy M. Kaine

Cinderella's Closet -- Week 2

Today, The House hosted the second round of Cinderella's Closet at the Crown Court facility. Several more young men and women came to get their special clothes for the 2nd Annual Cinderella Ball.

Below are a few photos from today's fittings. And check out our first day of fittings here.