Word: balle
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...work has just begun. The hours of organization and promotion for the Benefit Ball raise the money to run one of Harvard's unique student-created and totally student-run community service groups, but somehow the "benefit" part of the ball is often quickly forgotten. CityStep is a program that does more than just throw a big party...
...those who commit their time to it--teachers, producers and CityStep students alike--CityStep is able to give back a great experience and serve a great cause. This is all because of the support and money raised from the Benefit Ball. We want to take this occasion to explain where the proceeds go and who they help...
...culminating moment of the program--the CityStep show--is most dependent on the Benefit Ball. The funds that we raise from the Ball each year allow us to place these children on a star-studded stage, giving them the chance to shine in front of hundreds of onlookers. A core of talented Harvard students create every aspect of the show, including the theme, choreography and music composition. By setting the standard of the show at such a high level, each CityStep student learns about the rigors and benefits of an entire year of hard work driven toward a final goal...
With all the hype and promotion Harvard doesn't always realize that the CityStep Ball is more than just an excuse to get dressed up. Its true purpose is to provide one of Harvard's unique organizations with the financing it needs to work effectively for the Cambridge community. This Friday, grab a date or go with a group of friends and enjoy an evening out of the Square, but keep in mind that the money you give supports an organization determined to improve the lives of our community's children...
...ball to come up with it, and we proposed it to the Corporation and the president," he said. "It's a concerted effort to do more...