On My Own of Michigan Announced Gala Fundraiser

TROY, Mich. - Oct. 2, 2015 - PRLog -- On My Own of Michigan, (OMO), On My Own of Michigan was developed 18 years ago by concerned parents who wanted to encourage and enhance the socialization and independent living dreams of their adult children with intellectual developmental disabilities (I/DD).  On My Own is thrilled to announce this year’s Gala is Saturday, October 10 at Erhard BMW in Farmington Hills.

“Life’s a Beach” is the theme for On My Own of Michigan’s 18^th Annual Gala Fundraiser.  The event will be beautifully decorated with an island theme complete with delicious food and dessert stations from area restaurants, cocktails and other refreshments, raffles, and auctions…and of course, dancing with a live band.

Special Event Manager, Lesley Scharfenberg says “Erhard BMW has been supporting our organization for years by donating their facility for our event.  Their facility and their staff is second to none.  Their generosity has enabled us to increase our profits each year allowing us to serve our members to the best of our ability.”

“On My Own of Michigan, Inc. is a unique organization serving adults with intellectual developmental disabilities.  We work with our members helping them to learn the skills to live independently, build lasting friendships and become active, contributing members of the community.” said Bruce Benson, Executive Director of On My Own.  Bruce continues “The Gala is one of our largest fundraisers and, through the generosity of our supporters, we are able to assist each member to achieve their optimal level of functioning in independent living; in the workplace; with their family and friends; and within their community.”

Tickets can be purchased online at https://onmyownofmi.org/our-events/2015-gala/ or by calling Lesley at 248 649 3739, ext. 221.

About On My Own of Michigan

On My Own of Michigan, Inc. assists adults with mild intellectual developmental disabilities (I/DD) become independent, social and contributing members of the community.  We believe individuals living with intellectual developmental disabilities have the right to choose where they work, live, play and worship. And, when given the opportunity, experience and appropriate supports, they can become active members of the community.

For additional information, visit https://onmyownofmi.org or call (248) 649-3739.