November 2, 2009

Results of the 2009 Fundraiser

Our fundraiser was held Oct. 28th at the M&S Grill here in Kansas City. Shawn Duke the GM, let us use an area of the restaurant for a silent auction and raffle. He donated the appetizers, wine and the raffle tickets along with providing Brock, one of their best servers to help. He also gave us several M&S Grill gift certificates to use in the raffle. We really would like to thank Shawn and all the employees at the Grill that have helped so much all year long.

Boulevard Brewing Company donated some of their famous Smokestack series of beer and also provided a new Ale that won't be released for three weeks to be used in the auction. Beauty Brands, Function Junction and Shang Tea Company donated gift certificates for the raffle. Chip's chocolate factory donated three pounds of fudge. Margie Garner donated 2 bottles of the now 3 buck Chuck along with a great wine carrier. JoAnn Banks (my daughter) donated hand crafted granite coasters and a large trivet for the silent auction. Hallmark cards donated boxed Christmas cards. Both my daughters helped with the auction and raffle and keep things moving smoothly. One generous donor gave us $1000 to help two families not only get a well but to start a business that will be self-sustaining. Our total for this year is now at $2400 and I hope to sell a few more photos before we leave if I can find the right venue.

We hope to return to Cambodia by late January or early February 2010. It would be great to tour the new wells and meet the families that will benefit from this fundraiser and everyone's generosity.

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