Celebrate Valentine’s Day a few days early with an evening of Jazz, Rhythm & Blues at this year’s Take This Child to Heart fundraiser. On Saturday, February 11th from 8pm - midnight, over 350 guests will fill the Century House to enjoy a night of great music and food while supporting the Take This Child to Heart Fund.
The Take This Child to Heart Fund is administered by United Way of Greater New Bedford and supports enrichment activities for children and teens in foster care. To date, the event has raised over $100,000 to awards foster children and teens scholarships to participate in activities such as sports programs, summer camp and music lessons.
“Take This Child to Heart brings to light the need for enrichment programs for children of all ages in foster care,” said Darlene Spencer, Executive Director of New Bedford Community Connections Coalition and chair of the Foster Care Task Force in New Bedford. “Many children in foster care are vulnerable and have been impacted by neglect and abuse. They deserve to have the experiences other children have and this event is a way to raise money and awareness for just that.”
This year’s event features Wannetta Jackson, Stan Strickland, Keith Robinson, DJ Lady K, and Jackie Santos with The A-List. These musicians have entertained crowds around the country and are sure to please.
Take This Child to Heart will also feature a wine pull, along with heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Tickets for the event are $50 each and can be purchased at Celia’s Boutique or Worley Beds Factory Outlet, online at https://unitedwayofgnb.org/take-this-child-to-heart/ or by contacting New Bedford Community Connections Coalition at 508-994-9625, x219.
