Brett Dutton, Heather Dutton, Rachel Ausmus, Aaron Ausmus, Nisha Roady, Galveston County District Attorney Jack Roady, Kim and Wayne Keever.

Galveston Urban Ministries hosted its third annual GUM Ball on Nov. 16 at First Baptist Church in League City. The Christian organization raises funds to assist members in the community who need help coping with problems because of poverty, unemployment and other social issues. The event featured dinner, a silent auction and presentations that outlined the group’s principles and highlighted the efforts of its volunteers. Photos by Leslie Ackerman

Cindy Lowery, Katelyn Lowery and Johnsie Theising.

Anne Woodson, Richard Zalesak and Meredith Uher-Zalesak.

Heather Fischer, Nicci Obert and Brooke McGowan.

Lewis Toussant, Jasper Lowery and Breanna Lowery.

Darwin Van Dyke and Brandon Williams.

Shari and John Wilkins.

John Calaway and Josh Dorrell.

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