Development News – Members moving us along
2013 Cohen Family 25 Pieces,
New York, NY
Roberto Cohen decided to have a
fundraiser to benefit the SturgeWeber Foundation in honor of
his brother, Marco. The event was
called 25 Pieces for the 25th Anniversary of the Sturge-Weber Foundation. Roberto made 25 pieces of
jewelry for the 25th anniversary
and was very busy over the summer
making each piece! Roberto held
his fundraiser in NYC, showcasing his jewelry along with
refreshments. Roberto raised awareness and $22,100 for the
SWF.
had a table to raise awareness about SWS. Vendors participating at the fair paid $40 per table, there was a $2 entry fee
to attend and they also sold chili for lunch.
2013 Tricia's Tots, Tewksbury, MA
Trish Bourne’s dance students always remember the
SWF during the holidays. Trish always encourages gifts to the
SWF in lieu of gifts for herself. Trish has been doing this for
years and we are so grateful for the holiday gift of $677.00!
2013 50th Birthday Surprise, Toronto, Canada
Leslie Greene surprised her husband, Bill for his 50th
birthday and in lieu of gifts, recommended donations to
the Sturge-Weber Foundation. Bill was surprised and fun
was had by all! Over $1500 has been raised for SWF Programs. Check out birthday celebration photos! Check out
Connor’s story too!
2013 Kenney Turkey Bowl, Tackling
Sturge-Weber, West Springfield, MA
Mark, JP and
their families
held their 6th
Turkey Bowl in
their backyard
again to raise
awareness and
funds for the
SWF, raising
over $12,000 this
year. Starting in
2008 in West
Springfield, MA
in honor of John Kenney, a 7 year old boy affected by SWS,
the Turkey Bowl has fast become a local tradition. When
his family found the SWF in 2005, t ^H