I was contacted by Tim O'Malley and asked if we could attend their Curve Ball Fundraiser, which is part of “One for the Kids”. Tim requested us to walk out of hiding at 9pm, when the Cantina Band music started playing. Our appearance was a surprise to all of the guests, including the guests of honor. We mingled with the guests and posed for photos.
Tim has been a part of “One for the Kids” since 1993. Their foundation raises money to help less fortunate kids. This is the first time that Tim is personally connected with the kids. Two brothers lost both of their parents in a one year period. They do not have insurance or other family members to stay with. A neighbor took them in so that the younger boy could finish his last year of High School.
Tim reported to me that this event raised approximately $150,000.00! That is outstanding news for the two brothers! We were honored to be a part of this amazing fundraiser!
Attendees:
Eric Werner TI 41551 - Reserve TIE
Paul Sarlacc BH 11222 - Boba Fett
Kris Krajewski SL 1950 - Vader
Patrick Lewis TK 52809 - TK
Kevin Glass TK 2834 - TK
Hawk Worley TR 12109 – Imperial Guard
Dave Klima TB 12155 – Biker Scout
Neil Auer IG 3446 - Imperial Gunner
Steve Mammen TK 7345 - Rebel Pilot
Mike Mathews DZ 13140 – A'Sharad Hett
Veronica Mathews DZ 42681 – Jawa
Kevin Skiera TK 9336 - TIE Pilot
Ted Ruler TI 36285 – TIE Pilot
Troop time: 9pm – 10pm
Total troop hours: 13.0
This event raised approximately $150,000.00 for the two brothers.
Here we are with one of the two guests of honor:
Here we are with Jim and the other fundraiser coordinators:
02/28/2015 – Curve Ball Fundraiser – Oak Brook/60523
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Re: 02/28/2015 – Curve Ball Fundraiser – Oak Brook/60523
ToD updated. Sounds like a great and worthy event!
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Re: 02/28/2015 – Curve Ball Fundraiser – Oak Brook/60523
Added to charity totals.
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