Local chapters of Food Allergy support groups had a fundraiser this past weekend
for the FAAN Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward a Cure in Tampa, Florida. The
family fundraiser provided a “food and drink free” play day at a local Gymboree
Play & Music.
I was a "worker bee" and also provided a big "Allergy Friendly" basket for the raffle. I had such fun and really enjoyed watching all these wonderful kids have such a good time. I took tons of photos and got a great one of our Cute Corporate Mascot, Jack!
The event raised almost $800 dollars and hosted more than 50 families. There
were over 65 children enjoying the play floor during the afternoon. We had a brief visit from an
honored guest celebrity, a “peanut dog”. This trained service animal helps a
local boy to avoid a potential deadly exposure to peanuts. The dog will be one
of the ambassadors at the FAAN Walk on November 14th.
A special thanks goes out to Gymboree and their employees for donating the
space and their whole Saturday to support this great cause.Just as a reminder,
the Tampa FAAN Walk will be November 14th in Lowry Park, at Lowry Park Zoo, at
9:00 a.m. The website is www.foodallergywalk.org/tampa_fl.
One more reminder, if you are local (or feel like taking a long drive!) we are having a " FAAN 5% Day" at Whole Foods on Dale Mabry. The store is donating 5% of their sales on November 11th to the FAAN Walk! Come hungry! I will be there to introduce you to the "Peanut Dog" and pass out information.
Please show your support for these great kids!
Have a safe and wonderful weekend.
Jamie
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