800 People go hawaiian for hospice!

By Beth Diane Bradley Photography by Ben Nash

Choice Financial hosted its second annual “Go Hawaiian for Hospice” fundraiser July 1 benefitting Hospice of the Red River Valley. A luau-style feast of roast pig was served along with French fries, fresh pineapple, Hawaiian Punch and a frozen treat for a suggested donation of five dollars.

Audra Mari, Miss North Dakota USA 2014, was a special guest at the event that also featured live music, prize drawings and a memorial wall where guests were invited to remember their loved ones.

“Despite the wind and rain, the 2nd annual Go Hawaiian for Hospice fundraiser was an overwhelming success; we surpassed our fundraising goal of $30,000!” Deb Gemar, director of community relations, said. “We are so grateful for the loyal, steadfast supporters of Hospice of the Red River Valley who help us carry out our mission to provide comfort at the end of life’s journey.”

The event was sponsored by Choice Financial, Kasowski Farms, Simplot, PetroServe, Brand Trucking, TMI Hospitality, Premium Waters, Inc., Hornbachers, American Bottling Company, Go Promo and The Yogurt Place.

“The money raised provides care for patients and their families, and helps support our grief support services, and other non-reimbursed needs,” Gemar said. [AWM]

Go to www.hrrv.org for more information.