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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 28, 2008) — Members of the American Red Cross Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter North County Branch Angels raised over $10,000 during their annual Luncheon and Fashion Show held at the Jonathon’s Landing County Club in Jupiter. Monies raised will assist the Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter provide disaster relief throughout the Northern Palm Beach County Area.
Under the leadership of event co-chairs Betty Ann Withers and Martha Johnson the North County Angles had over 150 women present from throughout the North County Area for lunch, conversation and a fashion show coordinated by Rose Meyerowich of Fashion by Rose Meyerowich. Festivities also included a raffle and silent auction featuring elaborate gift baskets and services donated by local merchants including, National Republic Distributing Company, Sweet Inspirations Lady’s Boutique and Garden of Eden. With underwriting provided by Don and Ginny Hersey.
Betty Ann Withers said “The American Red Cross provides a vital service in our community everyday, by coming together with women throughout our area to enjoy an afternoon out while helping a wonderful organization is a win-win for everyone.” Martha Johnson added “All of the Angels and I look forward to seeing the money raised at this luncheon put to use within our community.”
The program for the afternoon included a welcome by J.B. Hunt, CEO and an overview of the Red Cross Emergency Service Division by Mary Blakeney, Senior Director of Emergency Services. In addition to a live raffle and announcement of silent auction winners; the afternoon was topped of by a magnificent fashion show featuring designers from Palm Beach to Palm City.
For more information about becoming involved in the North County Red Cross Angels visit www.redcross-pbc.org or call 561-622-8003.
About the North County Angels:
The North County Red Cross Angels are a social and fundraising arm of the American Red Cross, Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter. Founded in 1992, the Angels’ purpose is to promote and publicize the good works of the Red Cross; initiate and implement volunteer programs to raise funds for the benefit of the North County Branch; and to educate members of the many aspects and operations of the American Red Cross, as well as to encourage their further participation in Red Cross services.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers who provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. For 90 years, the American Red Cross Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter, which includes Glades, Hendry, Okeechobee and Palm Beach Counties, has been providing shelter for families during a hurricane, flood or fire, and teaching First Aid, CPR, AIDS Prevention and Water Safety. To learn more about the work of the Red Cross in communities, or to make a donation, please call 561-833-7711 or visit the Website at www.redcross-pbc.org.
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