Welcome
Six years ago, a dedicated group in Jacksonville was so moved by the work of Dr. Lisbeth Quesada and her pediatric hospice team in Costa Rica that they held a fundraiser to raise money and awareness for this incredible organization. The inaugural event, held at the Garden Club in Jacksonville, Florida, was attended by more than 400 people and raised nearly $120,000. Subsequently, there have been three more events, which were made possible with the continued financial support from the Acosta-Rua Family Foundation and Community Hospice Foundation. These five events have brought together approximately 1,700 people and have raised more than $400,000 for pediatric hospice care in Costa Rica. The amount of funds raised is particularly remarkable given that their annual operating budget is only $150,000. These funds have been used to add nurses, nutritionists and other caregivers and to fund a new and much needed facility in the southern region of Costa Rica.
What's New
Thursday, April 29, 2010 - Sunset in Costa Rica - 6:00 p.m.
Jacksonville Municipal Stadium Terrace Suites
Overview: A Sunset in Costa Rica is a fundraising event designed to raise awareness and funds for children with life-limiting conditions.
Beneficiary: 100% of funds raised from event will benefit Fundación Pro-Unidad De Cuidado Paliativo de Costa Rica. The Acosta-Rua Family Foundation will underwrite all expenses related to the event. Fundación Pro-Unidad De Cuidado Paliativo is the sister program to Community PedsCare – Jacksonville’s children’s hospice program run by Community Hospice. All donations made are tax deductible through the Acosta-Rua Family Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization.
The Need: Fundación Pro-Unidad De Cuidado Paliativo www.cuidadopaliativo.org
Fundación Pro-Unidad De Cuidado Paliativo is a Costa Rican pediatric hospice organization whose mission includes teaching parents how to properly care for their sick children and providing a comfortable environment for dying children and their families. The organization’s goal is not to heal, but is to control the pain and improve the quality of life of terminally ill children. The organization, with very limited financial resources, cares for more than 800 children throughout Costa Rica.
Involvement Opportunities: Volunteer opportunities are available for involvement on the planning committees and for set up and day-of-event support.
Honorary Chairs:
Donna and Tim Deegan
Event Chairs:
Brooke and Fernando Acosta-Rua
Lisa and Ray Driver
For more information contact:
Fernando Acosta-Rua 904.307-0765 far@petparadisecorp.com
Return Sponsor Agreement to:
Acosta-Rua Family Foundation
Attn: Terri Tedrick
2323 Oak Street
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Fax: 904.381-9996