Reggae Calypso
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.
