Village Project’s fundraiser promises to help cure winter doldrums

Okay, so it’s cold, dreary and snowy outside. We get it – it is winter in Northeast Ohio. Although, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get out of the house and have a little fun.

Now, imagine that you’re at a colorful and entertaining street fair. What is even better is that you are feeling all warm and cozy because this street fair is indoors. As you stroll down the avenue festooned with globe string lights and vibrantly hued lanterns, perhaps you are sipping a beer or a glass of wine or a soft drink. You soon find yourself enjoying tasty food, listening to live music, stopping to play an amusing game or two, chatting with other fair-goers, maybe even posing for a caricature artist. This is still winter in Northeast Ohio, but this is FUN.

Best of all, this fun is for a wonderful cause. NOURISH, Village Project’s biggest fundraising gala of the year, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 6-10 p.m. at Hyland’s Building 3 at 28105 Clemens Road in Westlake. This is the fourth year for the event, and it promises to be just as uplifting as it has been in the past.

While healthy, delicious food is at the core of what Village Project provides to its clients, NOURISH guests will not only enjoy appetizing dishes from the VP kitchen, but also get to explore the multi-generational, community-focused mission of Village Project in a fun, unforgettable atmosphere. You will be taken on a culinary journey throughout the evening, traveling to different food stations which illustrate the many ways Village Project serves both its clients and the community.

The festive evening offers many fun activities and opportunities to win – guests can participate in a basket raffle, a wine and gift card pull, bid on extraordinary silent auction items, and even take their chances on a grand prize raffle for $3,000 towards a dream vacation of their own choosing (maybe to someplace warm and sunny). Tickets for the grand prize raffle are sold separately and can be purchased, even if you are not attending NOURISH, at a cost of $20 each or three for $50.

Tribute lanterns will also be visible throughout the venue. Each of the lanterns is dedicated to honor someone who is fighting cancer, or in memory of someone who lost their battle or simply to give gratitude to a caregiver, family member or friend who made a difference in the life of someone who had cancer.

An event ticket to NOURISH includes dinner, beer and wine, music, entertainment and free valet parking. Tickets are $100 each or 12 for $1,000 and must be purchased by Feb. 16. To order tickets for the event and/or raffle tickets, to dedicate a lantern or get more information about NOURISH, visit: ourvillageproject.com/nourish-3. To order tickets over the phone, call 440-348-9401.

All proceeds from this evening ensure that Village Project continues to provide the meals and extended services so needed by its clients in the most caring, thoughtful and economical way possible.

NOURISH sponsorship opportunities are still available, including limited opportunities to reserve a private room for you and your guests. Even if you are not able to attend, there are additional ways you can help the cause, including donating gift cards or wine valued at $20 or higher. More information about these opportunities can be found on the VP website.

Nourish your body, mind and spirit this winter season with a fun evening out as you help to support and sustain Village Project, a vital Northeast Ohio organization that provides nourishing meals and extended care and services to families who are battling cancer.

Diane Frye

I am a Bay Village resident and a volunteer and board member for Village Project. 

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Volume 11, Issue 2, Posted 10:05 AM, 01.22.2019