rachella parks foundation fundraiser 10.20.2007
this from rachella parks:
Sarcoidosis Foundation of Texas
Presents Our 3rd Annual Fundraiser
Songs in the Key of Hope 2007
Special Guest
Actress Irma P. Hall
Best known for her roles as Big Mama in the movie “Soul Food” &
‘Tom Hanks’ “Lady Killers”
Keynote Speaker Belinda Fenter
Guest artists Chuck Smith, Majik Touch
Ricky Risby, Katrina Armstead
Lawrence Robinson, Rachella Parks and more
October 20, 2007 6:00p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Botanic Garden Center Lecture Hall
3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth TX 76107
Tickets $25.00 each, tickets can be purchased at the door or
Pre-purchased by contacting SFOT @ 682-561-1516
If you are unable to attend, please send Donations to:
Sarcoidosis Foundation of Texas
3515 Sycamore School Road Suite 125-327
Fort Worth, TX 76133
682-561-1516
www.sfotexas.org
Our Mission:
To enhance the quality of life of Sarcoidosis survivors and their families
through community awareness.
Our Focus
• Education – Sponsor activities and other forums in which medical professionals can inform the general public about the disease and create awareness
• Support – Provide support to the families of those suffering with the disease and to those who are actually going through the day-to-day pain and distress of the disease
• Data Gathering – Interviewing and archiving information from patients to share with medical professionals for study and treatment; to provide real life facts regarding the different effects of Sarcoidosis on patients
About Us:
Rachella Parks-Washington and Laronda Parks, with the support of family and friends established the Sarcoidosis (SAR-Coy-DOH-Sis) Foundation of Texas after Rachella was diagnosed with this mysterious disease. Sarcoidosis is defined as a complex multi-systemic disease characterized by the formation of granulomas, which is a collection of inflamed cells, that appear as nodules or lumps in the body. As the disease maneuvers through the body, these granulomas create scar tissue and block the function of vital organs causing permanent organ damage. Since little research has been done on Sarcoidosis the cause is not known at this time and furthermore, THERE IS NO CURE.
After a considerably amount of research we found that there is no resource center or support groups in TEXAS. This led us to establish this nonprofit 501 c3 organization to promote community awareness and research while providing support for patients with the disease and families of those who continuously struggle to survive this crippling disease. As a foundation we also will provide counselors, literature, and support groups.
Sarcoidosis Foundation of Texas
Presents Our 3rd Annual Fundraiser
Songs in the Key of Hope 2007
Special Guest
Actress Irma P. Hall
Best known for her roles as Big Mama in the movie “Soul Food” &
‘Tom Hanks’ “Lady Killers”
Keynote Speaker Belinda Fenter
Guest artists Chuck Smith, Majik Touch
Ricky Risby, Katrina Armstead
Lawrence Robinson, Rachella Parks and more
October 20, 2007 6:00p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Botanic Garden Center Lecture Hall
3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth TX 76107
Tickets $25.00 each, tickets can be purchased at the door or
Pre-purchased by contacting SFOT @ 682-561-1516
If you are unable to attend, please send Donations to:
Sarcoidosis Foundation of Texas
3515 Sycamore School Road Suite 125-327
Fort Worth, TX 76133
682-561-1516
www.sfotexas.org
Our Mission:
To enhance the quality of life of Sarcoidosis survivors and their families
through community awareness.
Our Focus
• Education – Sponsor activities and other forums in which medical professionals can inform the general public about the disease and create awareness
• Support – Provide support to the families of those suffering with the disease and to those who are actually going through the day-to-day pain and distress of the disease
• Data Gathering – Interviewing and archiving information from patients to share with medical professionals for study and treatment; to provide real life facts regarding the different effects of Sarcoidosis on patients
About Us:
Rachella Parks-Washington and Laronda Parks, with the support of family and friends established the Sarcoidosis (SAR-Coy-DOH-Sis) Foundation of Texas after Rachella was diagnosed with this mysterious disease. Sarcoidosis is defined as a complex multi-systemic disease characterized by the formation of granulomas, which is a collection of inflamed cells, that appear as nodules or lumps in the body. As the disease maneuvers through the body, these granulomas create scar tissue and block the function of vital organs causing permanent organ damage. Since little research has been done on Sarcoidosis the cause is not known at this time and furthermore, THERE IS NO CURE.
After a considerably amount of research we found that there is no resource center or support groups in TEXAS. This led us to establish this nonprofit 501 c3 organization to promote community awareness and research while providing support for patients with the disease and families of those who continuously struggle to survive this crippling disease. As a foundation we also will provide counselors, literature, and support groups.
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