The Joe Beretta Foundation is hosting their sixth annual Dinner in the Vines fundraising event on June 10 at Beretta Vineyard in Mt. Juliet.
The evening will feature a multi-course Italian meal with an open wine bar, a silent auction, and a VIP option, which includes a private wine cellar tasting. All wine selections are hand-picked by a local sommelier. Tickets cost $175 each and garden party attire is suggested.
The Joe Beretta Foundation was established to meet the essential, non-medical needs of advanced heart failure patients, caregivers, and their families by providing them with emergency housing and financial stability during times of crisis, as well as emotional support. Only 4 percent of hospitals nationwide are able to treat this disease, so the majority of patients must travel long distance to receive life-saving care, resulting in fear, isolation, and financial distress.
The foundation currently serves patients in five hospitals across two cities, including Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Tristar Centennial Medical Center, and Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital. They also serve patients at UPMC Presbyterian and Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Since the foundation’s inception in 2016, they’ve assisted more than 900 individuals and provided over 2,300 nights of stay for patients and their families.
“Our highly anticipated event has many surprises and exciting additions this year. Our theme is an elegant Tuscan-inspired evening for all of our guests to enjoy,” says Lillian Beretta, president of the board. “Many of our guests come every year, and we can’t wait for them to experience the upgrades and enjoy another beautiful sunset in the Beretta Vineyard.”