The 2016 Evergreen Gala “Evening on the Savanna” raised $1.25 million to benefit Family Maternity Center on April 30 in a large tent at Marymoor Park.

“We are so grateful for the astounding generosity of our community, which continues to show us their unwavering support through their contributions and commitment to our important cause,” said EvergreenHealth CEO Bob Malte. “Their gifts this year will help us welcome our smallest patients in the safest, most comfortable way possible.”

As the 700 guests, all community leaders, physicians and friends entered the venue, they experienced the beauty of Africa with the themed décor and entertainment by Gansango Dance Company and the Total Experience Gospel Choir.

EvergreenHealth is a national leader in Family Maternity Services and Neonatal Intensive Care serving more than 4,500 mothers in both King and Snohomish County. The monies raised are to introduce a new system of wireless fetal technology that is designed to provide the highest level of mobility, comfort and safety to mothers, babies and their families during this most precious and significant time in their lives.

This new enhanced system will be implemented in all 36 labor rooms throughout the Family Maternity Center.

To make a donation, call the Foundation office at 425-899-1900 or by visiting www.evergreenhealth.com.