Members of the Cairns business community are joining forces to host a gala night of fine dining and entertainment to raise funds for the Salvation Army.

The inaugural Ruby Ball promises to be one of the biggest events of the Cairns business calendar and with economic times still tough, raising money for the Salvation Army has never been more important.

On behalf of the FNQ Ruby Association and the Salvation Army, you are invited to showcase your talents at the Ruby Ball and in return, the business community will promote and support your promotional objectives in 2012. Plus, you'll be helping raise funds for the Salvation Army.

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You can participate in:

1. The Ruby Commission of Work - by donating a piece of art with 'ruby' in mind and dimensions of no more than 30cm height and 60cm width - these pieces will be showcased as table centrepieces at the Ruby Ball.

2. The Ruby Art Auction - by donating a piece of art of any size, style or concept - these pieces will be auctioned in the silent auction. Artisans who participate will have the chance to be featured in Cairns Life Magazine (May Edition) and in the Ruby Ball Business Directory (given to all guests at the Ruby Ball).

To participate you will need to:

1. Complete the Sponsor Contact and Pledge/Commitment Form
2. Scan and email your completed Form to dpatane@macdonnells.com.au and info@uniquepeople.com.au before 4pm on 9 April 2012
3. Send a photo of your work to dpatane@macdonnells.com.au and info@uniquepeople.com.au as soon as you are ready
4. Deliver your work to MacDonnells Law, Cnr Shields & Grafton Sts.

For more information on the Ruby Ball and how you can be involved, please see the Information Package (particularly page 21-22) or call on 07 4030 0557.