Mount Nittany Health Charity Ball to Benefit New Patient Tower

Mount Nittany Health Foundation’s annual Charity Ball will bring together community members for an evening in support of the new patient tower scheduled to open at the medical center later this year.

The 76th annual event will be held from 6:30 p.m. to midnight on Feb. 14 at Brass 16823, 2042 Axemann Road, Bellefonte.

Guests will have an opportunity to enjoy an evening featuring Taylor’Design & Events, Pocketful of Posies, Laura’s Home Cooking, craft cocktails by Drinks by Design, exclusive jewelry from Kranich’s Jewelers and live music by the Bachelor Boys. The event will also include a silent auction, opening online at 10 a.m. on Feb. 6. and closing at 10 p.m. on Feb. 14, giving supporters additional opportunities to contribute.

“Together, we can turn an unforgettable night into a lasting legacy for our community,” Adrienne Krasowitz, executive director of Mount Nittany Health Foundation, said in a statement. “Every ticket, bid and sponsorship helps bring our new patient tower to life.”

Tickets can be purchased online until Feb. 13 or until venue capacity is reached. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

The $350 million, 10-story patient tower under construction on the south side of the hospital since 2023 will include 168 private patient rooms and will enable existing semi-private rooms to be converted to single-occupancy. It will also feature outpatient services, amenities for hospital staff and patients and a new parking deck.