Jewel Ball
2026 Jewel Ball
HRRMC Foundation’s 20th Annual Jewel Ball on Thursday, October 1 raised over $100,000 to equip HRRMC’s new Infusion/Oncology space, scheduled to open mid-year in 2027. Over 180 people attended the “Secret Garden” event, which was held at Mt Princeton Hot Springs Resort Pavilion.
The evening included a social hour and silent auction along with a raffle hosted by Rotary Club of Salida, featuring a gold and emerald pendant donated by John and Donna Rhoads. After a buffet dinner, Ken Leisher was inducted into the HRRMC Hall of Fame. Ken was HRRMC’s CEO from 2006 to 2013. He was instrumental in the transition from the previous hospital building on First Street, now the Touber Building, to the new hospital located at 1000 Rush Drive. Ken also started HRRMC Oncology as a hospital department.
Pat Leisher and her son, Tom, accepted the award in honor of Ken. Pat was also given an award inscribed with First Lady of HRRMC, as she was very engaged at HRRMC events and managed the HRRMC Gift Shop for several years.
The 2027 Jewel Ball is scheduled for Thursday, October 7, 2027 at Mt Princeton Hot Springs Resort. To become a sponsor or to receive an invite to purchase tickets, please contact lezlie.burkley@hrrmc.net or call 719-530-2218.
