Jackson, CA…Hospice of Amador and Calaveras proudly announces the success of its 26th annual “Celebrate Life” Art Auction on the Lawn, which brought together community members, artists, donors, and supporters for an evening of generosity and celebration. Thanks to the incredible support of the community, the event raised over $66,000 to help provide compassionate, quality end-of-life care to patients and families in Amador and Calaveras Counties.

“This event is a beautiful reminder of what can be accomplished when a community comes together for a cause,” said Samantha Lukow, Executive Director of Hospice of Amador and Calaveras. “We are so grateful to everyone who donated, volunteered, sponsored, and attended to make this year’s Art Auction such a success.”

Hospice of Amador and Calaveras extends its heartfelt gratitude to the many individuals and organizations who made this possible. In particular, we wish to thank our major sponsors:
• Karmére Winery
• Horizon Oxygen & Medical Equipment
• Jackson Rancheria
• Sutter Amador Hospital
• American Legion Ambulance
• City of Jackson
• Diebold Funeral Holdings
• Gwendolyn Christeson Estate Planning Law
• Jackson Lions Club
• KVGC Radio
• Mark Twain Hospital
• Matich | Vukovich
• Toma and Associates
• Simmons Landscape Company
• Volcano Communications Group
• Walmart

We also offer a special thank-you to Karmére Winery for their generosity in not only sponsoring this year’s event but also donating the wine and providing the beautiful venue that made the evening possible.

The success of this event would not have been possible without the dedication of our local artists, donors, and volunteers, who shared their talents and time in support of hospice care in our community.

Funds raised from the auction directly support Hospice of Amador and Calaveras’ mission to provide compassionate, comprehensive end-of-life care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay.

For more information about Hospice of Amador and Calaveras, upcoming events, or how to get involved, please visit www.hospiceofamador.org.