While the final tally is still being counted, we now stand at close to $4000 dollars raised, or 2000 roses sold. We came very close to our goal of selling 2500 roses, and considering the economic hardships that many of us are currently facing, I think this year’s Valentine’s Day fundraiser is an especially strong indicator of the generous spirit of the Saint Louis community.
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A child in Bangladesh receives a measles vaccine. Seventy percent of all measles deaths in 2007 occurred in South East Asia.
Photo by: Daniel Cima, American Red Cross |
Let’s not forget the bottom line; together, we helped vaccinate 4000 people (most of whom are children) against a
potentially deadly disease!
So, again thank you for your generous support. Together we saved 4,000 lives!
Stay tuned for more ways to
make a difference including the possible return of chocolate roses for Mother’s Day!
Until next time,
Michael
Michael Braeuninger is the St. Louis Area Chapter International Services Supervisor.