Project Cuddle

Entered by Tom

Shari and I took Friday and Monday off from work and drove to Long Beach for the weekend to attend a benefit/fundraiser dinner for an organization called Project Cuddle. (www.projectcuddle.com).

On the way there we stopped in Hollywood . I was able to find a great parking spot on Hollywood Blvd. near the Chinese Theater. This was Friday and the Academy awards where on Sunday so the area was all crazy with hundreds of security guards guarding statues on the red carpet from the thousands of tourists. We took some pictures, had lunch at Pig Whistle then checked into our hotel in Long Beach .

The next day at the event we bid on some games, toys and jewelry in the silent auction then went to the ball room for dinner. John Stamos almost brought everyone to tears talking about some mothers who had recently abandoned their babies in dumpsters and parks. Then things turned more positive with a few success stories. Some friends of ours who recently adopted with help from Project Cuddle were called on stage and had a chance to share their story.

The live auction followed and over 10 k was raised in less than 20min. I don't know the total that the event brought in but it was definitely a fun and successful event. After a few hours of dancing we took a cab back to our hotel but not before meeting several great people who are also passionate about the work that Project Cuddle is doing.