(NEWSWIRE.NET — April 2, 2013) OGDEN, UT — The local community will be gathering at the Shepherd Union Ballroom on the Weber State University campus Saturday, April 13 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. to show their support for a Kaysville man battling cancer.
Scarcely days after the birth of his fourth child in July of 2011, 32–year-old Todd White was diagnosed with colon cancer. The diagnosis was followed by surgery to remove a grapefruit-size tumor, followed by the prescribed rounds of chemotherapy. At the end of the first series of treatments, things were looking good and the family looked forward to moving on with “normal” life. Their dreams were shattered, however, a few short months later when it was discovered that the cancer had returned.
Todd, his wife Cassie, and their four children banded together heroically to face another series of surgeries and chemotherapy. As of his last report, Todd is currently cancer free and hoping to stay that way. Now that the initial struggle has been faced and overcome, it is time to tackle the next. Between the many hospital stays, surgeries, medications and treatments, this young family is facing an almost insurmountable financial obligation that represents their fight to keep their husband and father with them.
Over the months of Todd’s treatments, friends and family members searched for ways to show their support and offer help to a friend in need. A few short months ago, this help was found through an organization known as “Anything For A Friend”.
“Anything For A Friend” is an organization that helps friends and family members put on community fundraisers for those that are facing financial challenges due to circumstances beyond their control. With their help and guidance, the friends and family of Todd and Cassie White will be holding their fundraiser event on April 13.
Michelle Morrill, friend and event organizer said, “This is what life is about, not the everyday errands or work. It’s about coming together as friends and making the world a better place, helping your fellow men.”
As part of the fundraiser event, dinner will be provided by Bella’s Fresh Mexican Grill with proceeds going to help Todd and his family. Dinner can be purchased for $10 for adults or $5 for children.
In addition to the dinner, activities will include a live and silent auction, kids’ corner, bake sale and balloon launch. Many donations for the auctions have been received from local businesses as well as friends of the family. To see a list of donations, or to learn more about this event, visit: http://www.anythingforafriend.com/index.php?cID=146
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