Holiday tradition & gala event benefits brain injury survivors at GranTree

Liberty Place, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving people with brain injuries, will present the 21st Annual Festival of Trees at the GranTree Inn. The Festival will feature an auction of beautifully decorated trees at the gala dinner to be held in the Grand Ballroom on Thursday, November 15th. Tickets to the gala are $50 per person or $350 for a table of eight.
All proceeds from this gala auction are used to support the specialized programs needed for Liberty Place clients recovering from brain injuries. The evening will include a short program featuring survivors sharing their inspirational walks from coma to community. Doors will open at 5:30pm for the gala, The event begins with a silent auction, continuing with dinner at 6:30pm, followed by presentations and live auction thereafter. Live and silent auction items will include beautifully decorated trees, presentations from local artists, dinner and entertainment packages, and items for gifting and holiday decorating. Dean Folkvord, owner of Wheat Montana, will serve as auctioneer for the event.
Trees will be decorated by many local individuals, businesses, and service groups for the benefit of Liberty Place. Starting Nov. 12th, the public is invited to stop by the GranTree throughout the week for a look at the trees ahead of the main event. The GranTree is located at 1325 N 7th Ave. in Bozeman. For gala tickets and further information, please contact ageiger@libertyplace.org or call (406) 287-3154.
Liberty Place, Inc. serves clients in three facilities, creating a “continuum of care” for those working through the long and challenging process of re-learning and finding new life after severe brain injury. The Farmstead, the original facility, is located just south of Whitehall and serves 12 individuals. The Townhouse, found in Whitehall is a next step for those who are a bit more independent. The organization’s newest facility, Bootstrap Ranch, operates just north of Belgrade. This site is for those working to maximize independence and practice skills before returning to the community.
The Liberty Place program features training about brain injury and its effects for clients and staff alike. Clients also have opportunities to participate in groups to stimulate cognitive function, behavior retraining, socialization skills, and much more. Additionally, music therapy plays an important role as it is utilized for both individuals and group therapy sessions. Fun activities are also a big part of life at Liberty Place. Learn more about the organization by visiting www.libertyplace.org