Fundraising event to raise Funds for Hurricane Helene victims in North Carolina
October 15, 2024 at 6.30PM Consulate NYC Restaurant - 44 West 56th Street
Support Shawn's Journey for Kids and Hurricane Helene victims in North Carolina!
The death toll from Helene has risen to at least 232 people across six states, according to CNN’s tally, after more deaths were announced over the weekend in North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.
Helene is the second-deadliest hurricane to strike the United States mainland in the past 50 years, following Hurricane Katrina, which killed at least 1,833 people in 2005.
Officials over the weekend announced 11 additional deaths in North Carolina, two additional deaths in South Carolina and one more death in Tennessee.
A massive relief effort is ongoing across the devastated region to restore power, rebuild damaged water and cell infrastructure and get supplies to areas cut off to road access after Helene tore up and washed out roads and bridges, officials say.
Meanwhile, searches for missing people continued Saturday.
The deaths from Helene by state as of Saturday are as follows:
North Carolina: 117 people
South Carolina: 48 people
Georgia: 33 people
Florida: 20 people
Tennessee: 12 people
Virginia: 2 people
We are now raising funds int he home stretch and Shawn is dedicating his last part of the fundraising miles to the devastating areas of the Hurricane
Shawn Jacobaccio is the Rotary Club of New York President, celebrating his 50th birthday this year. Shawn hasn't run in quite some time and used to enjoy leisurely half-marathons about ‘25 lbs ago’! He is committed to finishing this race in style and is using this opportunity not only to get into shape but also to raise funds for the New York Road Runners Team for Kids as well as the Rotary Club of New York Foundation.
Please join us on his road to youthful recovery and donate generously!
Why Your Support Matters:
Team for Kids provides essential fitness programs to underprivileged children, promoting health and wellness in our communities.
Hurricane Helene:
We will work with the affected individuals in the area of North Carolina directly through our Rotary family and every dollar raised here and the net income of our October 15 fundraising event will go to the neediest!
Rotary Club of New York Foundation funds impactful projects that support local and global initiatives.
Raffle Details:
Every donation made by October 10th will enter you into a contest to win a case of Mariner Vodka.
The lucky winner will also receive an exclusive invite to our private fundraising event on October 15th.
Product placement, corporate sponsorships, and grants for high jinks and buffoonery are welcomed!
Thank you for your generous support as we strive to make a difference for our youth and community.
Please join us on his road to youthful recovery and donate generously. Product placement, corporate sponsorships, and grants for high jinks and buffoonery welcomed.