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Pink 2023 Florence Crittenton

Dust off your dancing shoes, PINK is back!

Join us for a roaring good time with sumptuous decor, gourmet food, live music, and incredible live and silent auctions. Bring your best dance moves for the party of the year and know your presence is changing the lives of families in our community.

Pink is brought to this year with the gracious support of Dick Anderson Construction.

About Florence Crittenton

Florence Crittenton is a trauma-responsive, relationship-based organization that provides family-centered support during critical times. Through a comprehensive continuum of services, our programs include mental health services, substance use recovery, parenting education, childcare and preschool, and access to community supports.

  • Saturday, February 11th, 2023
  • Lewis & Clark Fairgrounds
  • Doors Open 5pm, Program starts 6.30pm
  • 406.442.6950 x204
  • Individual $150, Table of 10 $1,250
  • Ticket sales close February 4th.

Tickets are very limited, please call 406 442 6950 x 216 or email [email protected] for reservations

Must be 21 to attend.

Volunteers needed!

One great way to attend Pink and enjoy all aspects of the event is to volunteer!

Note: You will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp. SignUp does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please email [email protected].

Raffle

win a trip to nashville

Country Music in Music City, Nashville, Tennessee!

Discover the heart and soul of Nashville, Tennessee, for four days and three nights at 21c Museum Hotel Nashville for two, including a $1,000 airfare credit, General Jackson Showboat lunch or dinner cruise, and a $250 American Express gift card toward dining, shows, spa or activities.

Nashville is the epicenter of country music where you’ll find live music day and night streaming from rows of honky-tonks lining Lower Broadway, and it’s home to the nation’s most famous stage. Spend a few days in Nashville and enjoy the paddle-wheel boat cruise on the riverbanks, as well as enjoy the live entertainment. Your tour of the Grand Ole Opry will take you to some of the best attractions! With a location just blocks from Nissan Stadium, Bridgestone Arena, and entertainment along Broadway, 21c Museum Hotel Nashville is woven into the fabric of downtown, welcoming both visitors and locals to enjoy the curated exhibitions, cultural programming, and culinary offerings at the historic Gray & Dudley building—it’s an art-filled escape from it all.

Only 1,000
tickets sold!

1 for $20
3 for $50
10 for $150
20 for $250

Your Getaway for Two Includes:

  • A $1,000 credit for airfare
  • 4 days/3 nights accommodations at 21c Museum Hotel Nashville in a king-bedded room
  • Daily complimentary breakfast
  • All room-related taxes
  • General Jackson showboat lunch or dinner cruise
  • $250 American Express gift card toward dining, shows, spa or activities
  • Free concierge reservation service

Terms and Condtions

Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Tour runs on specific days of the week and at specific times. If tour is not available, it may be substituted with equal or similar experience. A minimum 30 day advance reservation is required. Complimentary amenities are subject to availability. Blackout dates: June 9-11, Country Music Awards weekend. Travel is valid for 18 months from date of issue.

Must be 21 or older to purchase tickets. Need not be present win. Tickets may be transferred to a different guest. Per Montana State law, raffle tickets can only be purchased in Montana with cash, check, or debit card. No credit cards. Raffle tickets are 100% NON-DEDUCTIBLE.

Corporate Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors!

This night would simply not be possible without you. If you would like to become a sponsor, please see the opportunities and complete the pledge form.

Dick Anderson construction

PRESENTING SPONSOR

Blue Cross
Edge Marketing + Design
Montana Radio Company
PTC
chase bank
first interstate bank
Helena OBGYN
PEC
ABC/Fox
Slate Architecture
Wipfli
DA Davidson
Great West Engineering
Helena IR
Mountain Health Coop
Morrison Mairle
NXNW
Plaza Property Maintenance
Westaff
American Chemet
Ashton Thomas
Crowley Fleck
Farmers State Bank
Floating leaf Studios
Helena Sand and Gravel
Opportunity Bank
Overland Express
Payne West
Partners in Pediatrics
Qwik Signs
St Peter’s Health
Sullivan Financial
  • Ash Grove Cement
  • Big Sky Retirement
  • Big Sky Acoustics
  • Eagle Beverage
  • Gusto Distributing
  • Helena Orthodontics
  • Lehrkind's Coca Cola/Mountain Country
  • Montana Implants and Periodontics
  • Northwestern Energy
  • Park View Dental
  • Point S
  • PureView Health Center

Auction Item Preview

This year Pink’s auction is bigger and better than it’s ever been before! Below is a sample of the auction items available. Proxy bidding is available for anyone not able to attend the event by calling Heather Greene at 406 442 6950 x 255

EMERALD OF THE NORTHWEST

Seattle rolls out the red carpet for the lucky winner of the trip for 2 people.

Donated by: Cory & Heidi Hill; Scott & Audrey Mendenhall; Steve & Laura Marks, Larry & Eileen Holman

MAJESTIC MONTANA GEM

Make your lady sparkle even more than she already does with a ring that boasts 14kt white gold, Montana Sapphires, and accent diamonds.

Donated by: Corey Johnson Fine Jewelry

WINTER BLUES BREAK: SANDY BEACHES OF MAUI

A getaway to the sun and sand of beautiful Kahana Falls, Maui, nestled between Kana’apali Beach and Kapalua.

Donated by: Paul & Kelly Arneson

Speakeasy Night

Step back in time to the days of prohibition and enjoy a truly one-of-a-kind experience!

Donated by: A mysterious donor, Royal Limousine, Lucca’s, Ken Weinheimer, and Scott Pfeifer

BEACHBALLS, BANDS, & BBQ

Enjoy a great summer or early fall evening poolside party at the South Hills home of Dick & Margaret Anderson.

Donated by: Dick & Margaret Anderson, Costco Wholesale, Alex Lee

GOLFER’S PARADISE IN PALM SPRINGS

A trip for 2 to sunny Palm Springs and one round of golf and lunch at an exclusive golf course in the area.

Donated by: Rick & Betti Hill, Jerry & Barb Hamlin, Dr. Dan & Mary Ann Fiehrer and Mark & Jennifer Baker

PIGS AT THE LAKE!

Helena’s favorite group of amateur chefs who bring their unique style to the beautiful lakeside home of Bill Northey on Hauser Lake.

Donated by: The PIGS: John MacDonald, John Doran, Jeff Sealey, & Jay Listoe; Bill Northey; Costco Wholesale; Alex Lee

BUCKET LIST! CONCERT OF YOUR CHOICE

This package includes roundtrip Economy Class air for 2 people, and 3 days/2 nights’ hotel accommodations.

Donated by:

Our Silent Auction includes packages for nights out at local eateries including:

  • Conforte Ristorante
  • Cassadoodle Cookie
  • Savor and Graze Montana
  • Vigilante Pizza
  • Chubby’s
  • Silver Star Steak Co.

Luxurious pampering packages from

  • Emerald Salon
  • CM Laser Aesthetics
  • Mariposa Massage and Healing Center
  • Crafted Aesthetics
  • Thrive Solutions
  • Halo Salon

All registered guests will receive an emailed program prior to the event with full auction listings.

A huge thank you to all our incredibly generous auction donors.

History of Pink - From humble beginnings come the greatest triumphs.

While we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Paint the Town PINK, we would like to reflect on history of this incredible event and its role in serving families from across Montana for the past 2 decades.

After a few years of hosting the Chair-ity Auction at the Montana Club with 100 people in the roo, the Board of Directors at Florence Crittenton led by Board members Nan Ballien, Shauna Thomas President, Margaret Anderson, and then Executive Director Pat Seiler, and Development Director, Barb Burton, decided they would take the event to the next level and kicked off Paint the Town PINK in 2003. The small event of 250 held at the Civic Center raised about $30,000, and so began a legacy. Today that legacy carries on, raising $200,000-$300,000 per year to support the programs at Florence Crittenton. Over the 20 years, the event has incredibly raised over $3 million, all of which the proceeds go straight back to helping families in the care of Florence Crittenton!

While the event has become bigger and better every year, it has always been characterized by one important aspect, amazing and at times, outrageous decorations! The early days of Paint the Town PINK featured paint cans on each table with fabric draping all the way to the ceiling of the Civic Center. There were the days of full themes, such as the Cruise Ship at Carroll College and the Wizard of Oz theme. And who could forget the fantastic dragon celebrating the Chinese New Year. When the event became too big for the Civic Center the decision was made to move to the Fairgrounds, and there began the really big décor. Sea creatures illuminating the ceiling, circus tents and stilt walkers, and larger than life peacocks and antlers…if you can dream it, you have probably seen it at PINK!

The event has been a great representation of our organization over the years. Just like PINK, Florence Crittenton is constantly evolving to provide high quality services to the community. As was once said by an attendee to now Executive Director, Carrie Krepps, “classy event for a classy organization.” The event has always represented the highest quality and attention to detail, just as we do with our programs and service to our clients every day. The event also represents a sense of community, no different than the organization itself. PINK brings together sponsors, auction donors, volunteers, and attendees from all walks of life to put together an incredible event each year. It is never done by one single person, just as our work with our clients is the effort of the entire team of staff and the community’s support. And most importantly, the event represents the ideal that with support something, or someone, can come from humble beginnings and achieve greatness in this world. Our highly anticipated PINK speakers every year highlight this perfectly. We love to see them shine as they share their story and their lives today. As the event has grown and changed and achieved, so have our clients…and we are so proud of both.

Thank you for being part of the magic that is PINK and for making a difference in the lives of the families at Florence Crittenton. We are so happy to be back and can’t wait to celebrate this very special anniversary with all of you!