KC AND THE SUNSHINE BAND HEADLINES THE 31ST ANNUAL STEVE CHASE HUMANITARIAN AWARDS<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The gala event will be presented by Desert Care Network at the Palm Springs<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Convention Center on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Tickets are now on sale, and<\/p>\n\n\n\n
sponsorship opportunities are still available. Beloved local caterer and<\/p>\n\n\n\n
philanthropist Lynn Hammond to receive the Partners for Life Award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More than a thousand enthusiastic and generous supporters of DAP Health are<\/p>\n\n\n\n
expected at the Palm Springs Convention Center on Saturday, March 29, 2025, for The31st Annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards (AKA The Chase) presented by Desert Care Network. Attendees are sure to get down that night when recently revealed headline entertainers, the legendary KC and The Sunshine Band, storm the stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since their formation in 1973, the group \u2014 led by Harry Wayne \u201cKC\u201d Casey \u2014 has<\/p>\n\n\n\n
brought joy to audiences worldwide with their signature \u201cMiami sound,\u201d a fusion of Caribbean, R&B, and funk. With over 100 million albums sold, chart-topping hits like \u201cThat\u2019s the Way (I Like It),\u201d \u201cGet Down Tonight,\u201d and \u201c(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty,\u201d and music featured in over 200 movies, TV shows, and ad campaigns, KC and The Sunshine Band have left an indelible mark on music and pop culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Their accolades include multiple Grammy Awards, an American Music Award, and stars on both the Hollywood and Palm Springs Walks of Fame. Known for their electrifying live performances, KC and The Sunshine Band continue to spread instant happiness across the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOver the last three decades plus, to say that DAP Health has been fortunate enough to have iconic acts grace our stage at The Chase is a major understatement,\u201d says CEO David Brinkman. \u201cTo that illustrious, multi-platinum list we add the inimitable KC and The Sunshine Band for our 31st iteration in March. I can already foresee a standing, sold out crowd giving it up to shake, shake, shake and get down that night in their boogie shoes. Keep it coming, love, \u2019cause that\u2019s the way I like it.\u201d \u201cI came up with the concept of doing more of a dance party,\u201d adds DAP Health Co-Vice Chair and The Chase Event Chair Kevin Bass, who was instrumental in getting his friend Barry Manilow \u2014 a legendary musical powerhouse in his own right \u2014 to donate his performance at 2024\u2019s The Chase. That night, $2.3 million was raised!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI thought, \u2018Let\u2019s bring in a famous dance band whose music catalog everybody knows and loves, continues Bass. \u201cWho better than KC and The Sunshine Band? They represent a time people really remember fondly. So, for 2025, we\u2019re not asking people to just sit, or stand at the front of the stage. We want them to get up and dance the night away! It\u2019s going to be a fantastic set because everyone in that room will know each and every one of that inimitable act\u2019s solid gold hits!\u201d Before that disco dancing frenzy caps out the evening, there will be enough love and goodwill to warm the hearts of those in attendance for weeks thereafter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our 2025 Honoree<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In recognition of her lifelong dedication to giving back \u2014 sharing her heart, soul, and talents to strengthen her beloved community \u2014 beloved local caterer and philanthropist Lynn Hammond will be honored with the 2025 Partners for Life Award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI can\u2019t think of a more deserving recipient,\u201d says Bass. \u201cLynn has been an integral part<\/p>\n\n\n\n of our organization and its PFL annual giving program for many years. When she\u2019s<\/p>\n\n\n\n passionate about a cause, she\u2019s passionate and dedicated with every fiber of her being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And she has shown that time and time again for us. Whether it\u2019s donating her time,<\/p>\n\n\n\n money, or talent, she always gives 100% \u2014 and makes sure to bring her family and<\/p>\n\n\n\n friends along with her. She\u2019s a force, and we are very excited to honor her.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n To read more about Lynn, please visit daphealth.org\/chase-honoree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n DRESS CODE: CREATIVE FORMAL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dress to impress with your own uniquely fabulous (perhaps \u201970s-inspired) formal flair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TICKETS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n To purchase tickets, please visit www.daphealth.org\/thechase<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n