- Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 April 2013 20:10
GRC Fundraiser Held for Fellow Chamber member
On Friday, April 12, the “girls” of the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce hosted an 80’s prom party themed fundraiser for Kate Crawford, fellow chamber member and co- founder of Project Sweet Peas (www.projectsweetpeas.com).
On Friday, April 12, the “girls” of the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce hosted an 80’s prom party themed fundraiser for Kate Crawford, fellow chamber member and co- founder of Project Sweet Peas (www.projectsweetpeas.com).
 Kate Crawford (front right) joined by
family, friends and GRC members at the fundraiser. |
Kate, diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer a week after her 29th birthday, is a mother to three young children, twins Grace and Lily and son, Stephen Jr. A person of tremendous strength and kindness, Kate passionately co-founded Project Sweet Peas after the passing of her first infant daughter, Shannon. Project Sweet Peas is a non-profit organization run by volunteers across the country, which through personal experience have become passionate about providing comfort to families with children in the intensive care units and to those who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss. Kate was officially fighting Stage IV Metastatic Breast Cancer and had a less than 5% chance of her ever being "cured". Their only hope is a good quality of life for Kate's remaining years.
 Kate Crawford with high school friends,
Jackie Cope, Ashley Burns and Ally Allegra. |
The prom party was held at the Good O’ Days Guesthouse on Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon. Snacks and beverages popular in the 80’s were served and the party goers dressed in 80’s attire, included prom queens, rocker chicks, valley girls and Madonna look-alikes. Kate along with her sister and friends from high school attended the party as well and stayed until the very end. The “girls” enjoyed mini massages, mini manicures, photo shots, music and more! Door prizes were donated by Blessings Unlimited, Glitter Gals, Broad Avenue Treasures, Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce and Chaney’s Natural Wellness.
Special thanks to Salon Eye Candy, Chaney’s Natural Wellness, Melanie Patterson, Snapshot 47 Photography, Stewart Creative Design for their contributions to the event and to all who attended and donated to the cause. Other benefits for Kate are planned and donations may be made to the Crawford Family Benefit Fund, c/o First National Bank, 4627 Rt. 51, Belle Vernon.
Special thanks to Salon Eye Candy, Chaney’s Natural Wellness, Melanie Patterson, Snapshot 47 Photography, Stewart Creative Design for their contributions to the event and to all who attended and donated to the cause. Other benefits for Kate are planned and donations may be made to the Crawford Family Benefit Fund, c/o First National Bank, 4627 Rt. 51, Belle Vernon.
