The sold-out 2017 Razzle Dazzle Ball at the Westport Sheraton Lakeside Chalet raised a record-breaking $ 336,000 for Crisis Nursery . The jungle-themed “ ROAR : Reach Out and Rescue ” event attracted 600 guests , and featured cocktails , silent and live auctions , dinner , and the presentation of the Hugs & Kisses awards to those who have impacted and supported the organization ’ s mission . Among the honorees were John and Suzanne Carney as Couple of the Year for their longtime commitment to children and their families . Millie Cain and Stephanie Hall served as gala chairs . “ Gazelle STL ” was the event ’ s media sponsor .