Support for CAUSE overwhelming

To the editor:
    We would like to express our deepest appreciation for the countless acts of generosity from literally hundreds of people in Aroostook County who contributed to the CAUSE (Central Aroostook United for Student Emergencies) at the fund-raiser held September 12th at UMPI.
    What started as mere suggestion and conversation about how to incorporate a charity event into a visit with syndicated radio show hosts Bob and Sheri (and Lamar!) culminated into an idea that will make true and lasting differences in children’s lives throughout the central Aroostook school systems. Students at Easton, Fort Fairfield, Mars Hill, Ashland, Washburn, Limestone, Caribou and Presque Isle who may be in need of appropriate clothing, hygiene products, medical needs, school supplies just to name a few will now be able to reach out to a trusted teacher/nurse/or social worker in their school and have an opportunity to be well equipped for learning and growing academically with a little help from their communities.
    And the CAUSE committee would like all those who so quickly rose to the occasion and responded to calls that any donation, regardless of size, could make a difference in a child’s life. There are so many businesses, civic groups, and individuals to thank that we simply don’t know where to start. Donors gave selflessly in the form of cash, auction items, ticket purchases, sponsorships, in-kind and time and each and everyone of you who gave have made this ‘CAUSE” a great success. With your sense of community and compassion this event was able to raise over $22,000 to be distributed among the schools in time for colder weather because of the warmth in your hearts.
    We hope to continue and grow this event with plans under way already for next year. We are humbled by what little we can do to thank you but we hope you know how much you are appreciated and how much your kindness matters.