The Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) and TMH Foundation are drawing major entertainment to their annual Golden Gala.
Recording artist Teddy Swims will be the featured performer at the 42nd year of the Golden Gala set for April 23. Swims will provide a private concert for those attending the TMH event at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center in Tallahassee. The philanthropic event will focus on mental health this year and will support the expansion of behavioral health services along with the group’s partnership with the Apalachee Center mental health services facility.
Landing Swims (born Jaten Dimsdale) for the event entertainment is a coup for TMH. Swims has skyrocketed in many musical genres ranging from rhythm and blues, country, soul and pop. He’s nailed hits with songs such as “Lose Control,” “The Door” and other tracks from his debut album I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1).
“For more than four decades, the Golden Gala has united our community in support of the future of healthcare,” said Nigel Allen, TMH Foundation President and Chief Advancement Officer. “We’re celebrating the power of music to heal, connect and spark conversation about mental health. Just as Teddy shares his journey through music, the Gala brings our community together to expand services – ensuring families and individuals across our region have access to compassionate, comprehensive care.”
While the Golden Gala is a private event for TMH and VIP tickets have already sold out, the night’s entertainment should be a vehicle to generate serious donations.
“Expanding behavioral health services is critical to the wellbeing of our community. Apalachee Center and TMH have worked as close partners for many years to integrate and strengthen behavioral health services. Funds raised through the Golden Gala will help us build upon this partnership and respond to individuals and families experiencing mental health crisis,” said Mark O’Bryant, CEO of TMH.
The event is a black-tie affair and there are still tickets available for tables in the Golden Gala location.
