Greater Pittsburgh YMCA Season of Giving Gala - 12/4/10

The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh invited guests to get into the charitable holiday spirit at the Season of Giving Gala. The black-tie evening at Fairmont Pittsburgh featured a silent and live auction with spectacular items, including a classic 1987 Mercedes convertible, jewelry from Henne Jewelers, and a fabulous fur from Carl W. Hermann Furs. The YMCA gave a special video presentation honoring PNC Financial Services Group Senior Vice Chairman William Demchak for his exemplary efforts with the YMCA’s Capital Campaign. The $250,000 raised will support the YMCA’s four urban branches in the Hill District, Homewood, North Side, and Hazelwood. “It was a flawless night. People stayed until the very last minute, the very last song,” says Patricia Siger, Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer of the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh. Photography by Megan Wylie Ruffing