THE CONNIE J. GOODALE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION RAISES $6,189 AT FIRST ANNUAL 80’s-INSPIRED “PRETTY IN PINK” FASHION FUNDRAISER AT FORTE RESTAURANT
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – February 24, 2009- The Connie J. Goodale Breast Cancer Foundation, the only 501 (c)3 South Florida foundation that has been providing direct financial assistance to women suffering from breast cancer since 1999, held its first “Pretty in Pink” party on Feb. 11th at Forte restaurant in West Palm Beach. The exciting night of ‘80s-inspired fashion with modern style and fundraising through event ticket sales and other generous donations garnered $6,189 for the Foundation.
The premier “pink carpet” event also introduced the formal launch of the Foundation’s new website: www.conniefoundation.org.
“Pretty in Pink,” organized by leading event specialists, The Gab Group, brought out over 200 guests who enjoyed a variety of unique performances including a fashion show styled by Jennifer Haley, founder of Delray Beach’s Trilogy Boutique and retro break dance performances by modern break dance crew Gum Unda Da Table. Gourmet hors d’oeuvres and a specialty cocktail called “The Connie,” which included delicious Nuvo Sparkling Pink Vodka Liqueur, were specially prepared by Forte for the night. Hair and makeup to match the fun fashions were provided by the exclusive new Salon Edge of Boca Raton and KROMA makeup.
The night’s entertainment continued with a touching spoken word poem about breast cancer called “Breathe” performed by HBO Def Poet Asia, and the grand finale came when a surprise cake by Ana Paz was rolled out and cupcakes with lit candles were passed around to guests to blow out and celebrate life. Other generous sponsors included Corbato Photography, Creative Video Productions, Leather Rock Bands and BraStraps.com.
“Pretty in Pink was a meaningful event for us,” says Connie Foundation President Debra Moore. “It gave us an opportunity to raise money and reignite community awareness for the Foundation so we can continue to financially assist local women with breast cancer. Connie would have loved this party, and it was so special to have her daughters Laurie and Jamie here to celebrate Connie’s spirit and legacy that continues through the Foundation.”
Exiting guests were gifted with Trilogy Boutique tote bags including several promotional items and KROMA Telia-Face Lifting Potion and KROMA Meringue All-Natural Lip Gloss.
About The Connie Foundation
Founded in honor of Connie J. Goodale who passed away from breast cancer in 2001, the Connie J. Goodale Breast Cancer Foundation’s goals are to assist local families affected by breast cancer with financial assistance and support in dealing with problems relating to this disease. This 501 (c)3 organization is currently the only South Florida foundation that provides direct financial assistance to breast cancer patients who qualify. To date, the Connie J. Goodale Foundation has raised over $100,000 that has been directly donated to local women with breast cancer. For more information, visit www.conniefoundation.org.
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