Firestorm 2007: From the Ashes Relief Benefit Dinner
The Need for Donations and Sponsors:
The
Firestorm 2007: From the Ashes Relief Benefit Dinner
is being organized to raise funds for
the survivors affected by the recent wildfires in Southern California. The goal
of this event is to collect donations and provide support for those who have,
tragically, lost everything. While we, as a community, can not turn back the
hands of time, we can all take this opportunity to show our support, both
financially and emotionally, for those who need it most now and in the days to
come. While FEMA & the American Red Cross are working to provide support
for the survivors, much, much, more is still needed.
The goal of this relief benefit is to raise $2.2 million dollars, providing a
$1000 stocking stuffer for each of the 2,180 families who lost their primary
residence during this epic catastrophe. To this end, we are soliciting
donations for the survivors of this tragedy. Price per table: $1,000.00 (If you
would like to be acknowledged as a Host Committee member, a minimum of one table
per host must be purchased.) Price per person: $125.00. All of the funds raised
for the survivors of this catastrophe will go directly into the Riverside County
Professional Firefighters Benevolent Fund (RCPFBF) on behalf of the California
Department of Firefighters, Local Chapter 2881/IAFF. All donations for this
relief benefit are also tax deductible: Non-Profit Tax ID# 20-1982329 (W9 Forms
Available Upon Request)
In addition, if you are interested in donating either time or services for this
important relief effort, your support would be greatly appreciated. The formal
invitations for this event will be mailed out immediately following the
Thanksgiving holiday. Please dont hesitate to contact Rachel Gardner with your
current contact information. For further information regarding donations,
invitations or the event itself, please contact Rachel Gardner, Public Relations
and Volunteer Coordinator via email, phone or fax:
rachel.gardner@yahoo.com
or (951) 536-5889, or fax: 951-925-9008.
The Relief Benefit Dinners Theme
:
The
Firestorm 2007: From the Ashes Relief Benefit Dinner
will embody the nostalgia and elegance
of 1940s aviation decor, including: vintage and contemporary aircraft tours,
live period jazz, dancing, delicious cuisine, fine wine, hors doeuvres, and a
no host bar. In addition, this evening will also commemorate the 50th
anniversary of the Hemet Ryan Air
Attack Base and provide an opportunity to acknowledge and thank the many
talented and hard working men and women who risk their lives protecting the
lives and property of others throughout Southern California. In recognition of
their valiant efforts, a video presentation including footage of the fires,
firefighters, Hemet Ryan Air Attack Base, and Governor Schwarzeneggers recent
visit and speech in their honor will also be shown.
The Donation Recipients and Community Involvement:
The
Firestorm 2007: From the Ashes Relief Benefit Dinner
will raise badly needed funds for the
survivors and honor the firefighters affected by the recent Southern California
wildfires catastrophic devastation. Prominent members of the community,
including Riverside County Supervisor Jeff Stone, the California Department of
Firefighters and many other politically, professionally, civically, and
academically involved community members will also be in attendance. Attendance
is expected to be no less than 500 people.
The Event Date, Time, Location and Donation Information:
Information:
When: December 21, 2007 at
6:30pm
Where:
Hemet Ryan Airport, WWII Hangar; Hemet,
CA
Donation:
$125.00
per person or $1,000 per table of ten.
No Host Bar & Hors d'Oeuvres
Business Attire Uniforms Optional 1940's Attire
Contact
Rachel Gardner, Public Relations and Volunteer Coordinator via email, phone or
fax:
rachel.gardner@yahoo.com or (951) 536-5889, or fax: 951-925-9008
For further information
or to RSVP by DEC. 14 please
JerryJulian@live.com (951) 252-5720
JenniferVenable@live.com (951) 609-5490
Fax (951) 925-9008
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Contribution
per table of 10: $1,000.00
Contribution
per person: $125.00
Contribution/Donation of Goods or Services:
$__________________________________________
(Fair Market Value as required by Attorney General)
Table Host Name &
Title:_______________________________________________________________________
Address &
Phone:_____________________________________________________________________________
One Firestorm 2007 Firefighter and Guest Complimentary: $20
Each addl person
._________________________________
All Contributions Tax Deductible W9 Available Upon Request
Non Profit Fed Tax ID#20-1982329
We accept Visa, Mastercard, ATM, American Express, and Personal,
Business, Corporate Checks.
Please Make
Checks Payable To:
Firestorm 2007 Relief Benefit
P.O. Box 2043, Hemet, CA 92546
Also Accepted: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, ATM
