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Archive for February, 2010

“I Art Boobies” charity fundraiser – February 13

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

The Breast Cancer Resource Center has announced the first of its fabulous fundraisers in the Austin, Texas area which will raise money for women and their families effected by merciless disease breast cancer. From support groups to financial assistance, the BCRC has been an organization that has touched the lives of thousands of individuals, making a profound difference in people’s ability to fight and recover from the devastating impact of breast cancer. The first event for 2010 that will directly support the BCRC will be held on February 13th at the Blue Theater in Austin, Texas.

CASAblanca Celebration CASA of Travis County Commemorates 25 Years as a Powerful Voice for Children – February 27

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

CASA of Travis County commemorates 25 years as a powerful voice for children in Travis County at this year’s CASAblanca Gala event.  “We began our official journey in 1985, 25 years ago.  This year we look back to the beginning of that journey and honor those who started and sustained CASA of Travis County through the years.  At this annual event, guests will be treated to the beautiful atmosphere found at the Four Seasons while enjoying a spectacular meal created by renowned Chef Elmar Prambs.  Dance to the music of Jabarvy or play blackjack or roulette with your friends.  A special live and silent auction will give guests the opportunity to support the advocacy that CASA of Travis County provides to the 1,100 plus children removed from their homes due to neglect or abuse. February 27. http://www.casatravis.org/Casablanca.aspx

Brianna’s Pennies of Love – Art Auction & Fundraiser – February 13

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Youngest Non-Profit Founder Holds Charity Art Show and Auction to Benefit Children with Cancer/Special Medical Needs

Come to the 1st fundraiser of the year!  Brianna’s Pennies of Love Art Sale and Silent Auction will be held Saturday, February 13, 2010, from 10-3.  It will be held at The Driskill Hotel in Downtown Austin. Brianna’s Pennies of Love (www.penniesoflove.org), a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) organization, founded by 10-year-old Brianna Vogel, will be holding a charity art show and auction to benefit children with cancer and other special medical needs.  Ten-year-old Brianna Vogel started the Pennies of Love project when she was just five years old and at the age of seven, made it a non-profit organization so that she could help more children.