| Ardent
supporters of the Kate Svitek Memorial Foundation
gathered with enthusiasm for the 7th Annual Under
the Tent Event on June 27, 2009 held in honor of
Kate Svitek’s 30th birthday. The devoted
crowd enjoyed the delightful summer night accented
with bright tropical flowers and island décor.
Guests danced the night away to sounds of music
loved by Kate--Reggae -- performed by the New York
City Therapy band as they wined and dined on specialty
food and drink with a Caribbean flair. Many of
Kate’s high school friends were privileged
to attend for the first time, thanks to a grant
from an anonymous supporter.
The crowd was spellbound during the
first public showing of the KSMF video which highlighted
the passionate mission of the Foundation. The beautiful
video featured special film clips of friends and
supporters of the Foundation and contained powerful
highlights of Katie describing her goals and capabilities
of helping children realize their potential in the
great outdoors. The audience was further captivated
by the special appearance of Professors Phil and
Denise McClung whose innovative, experimental environmental
course has received funding from the Foundation for
the past two years. The McClungs traveled from West
Virginia University to share the impact and experiences
of the students who have been lucky enough to participate
in the new course, thanks to the support of KSMF.
There wasn’t a dry eye in the tent. The Foundation
would like to extend its appreciation to the McClungs
for their important work.
Each
guest received a lighted keychain and an eco-friendly
reusable shopping bag with the Foundation logo. We
also would like to express our heartfelt thanks to
those who made the 7th Annual Under the Tent event
possible. Thank you to the decorations committee
members-Kathy Guinan,Cricket Snearing and Mimi Weisbein
who designed and constructed the beautiful centerpieces;
Culinary Concepts for another delicious meal, and
Jill Anderson from Andersongraphics for her tireless
efforts in putting together the ad book. Of course,
thanks again to the devoted supporters of KSMF who
helped raise more than $60,000. The Foundation looks
forward to future successful fundraising events. |
