The beautiful baby girl in this photo is Etta Grace.
Sadly, Etta Grace died at just 12 weeks old.
Etta Grace’s mum is holding a fundraiser on 10th August, and part of the funds raised will be donated to Sunshine & Smiles.
Jody, Etta Grace’s mum, explains why she’s raising funds for Sunshine & Smiles …
“I found sunshine and smiles when I was pregnant and had a prenatal trisomy 21 diagnosis. From that first phone call with Ailith to this day, over 4 years have passed, and I have been supported so wonderfully and remained a part of the wonderful world that is Down syndrome.
I am raising money for Sunshine and Smiles by holding a fundraising event in August. I want to celebrate Etta, and I want to celebrate Down syndrome. I was proud to be a part of this wonderful group, and I loved attending events and groups, so this is my way of saying thank you.”
- DATE: Sunday August 10th, from 1pm
- VENUE: Grove Hill Club, Otley, LS21 3JR
- ACTIVITIES: There will be various stalls, including a tombola, a cake stall, jewellery, homemade fudge, a book stall and lots more.
There will be loads for the kids to do, including a bouncy castle, grass games and a really big open grass space for them to run around.
For the adults, there will be a licensed bar, and there will be food on sale from local business, “Rolling Smoke BBQ”.
You’ll be able to enjoy music from the Otley Ukulele Orchestra and take part in a raffle with some really great prizes on offer!
For more details, to buy raffle tickets if you can’t attend, or you’d like to donate to the fundraiser, please contact Jody on: 07581 416874 or jody.lee83@outlook.com
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