Fayette agency maps plans for ‘Magic and Mistletoe’ fundraiser
Fayette County Community Action Agency Inc. (FCCAA) recently began the planning process for its annual holiday fundraiser, “Magic and Mistletoe.” This celebration, which is set for 7 to 10 p.m. Dec. 4, will once again be held in the historic Fayette County Courthouse.
This year’s event will feature horse-drawn carriage rides, musical entertainment, fine cuisine and the spirit of the holiday season.
“‘Magic and Mistletoe’ is sure to be the most magical evening of the holiday season,” said Katherine Thompson of FCCAA’s planning department. “For the event, five courtrooms in the courthouse will be sponsored by local businesses and organizations.
“These contributing businesses and organizations will decorate a courtroom and host their choice of cuisine.”
In 2008, FCCAA, in cooperation with Fayette County, hosted the first Magic and Mistletoe fund-raising event. Unfortunately, last year’s event was canceled when FCCAA was forced to temporarily reduce staff members until the state’s budget crisis could be resolved, according to Teresa Furnier of FCCAA’s planning department.
“It was a trying time for everyone, made worse by the loss of the 2009 ‘Magic and Mistletoe,'” Furnier said.
“It was decided that, without a full staff, it was impossible to devote the attention that Magic and Mistletoe requires.”
“Sponsors, FCCAA, ‘Magic and Mistletoe 2008’ patrons and representatives of the court and county were disappointed that the 2009 event had to be canceled,” Furnier added.
Thompson said excitement is building with the return of the “Magic and Mistletoe” event this year, but help is needed from the entire community to make it successful.
Proceeds will benefit FCCAA, a nonprofit organization that offers numerous services and programs to the disadvantaged in the community.
“We are relying on the generosity of businesses, organizations and individuals to help us make the second annual ‘Magic and Mistletoe’ a success,” Thompson said.
“Proceeds from this fundraiser will help families in crisis by providing food and/or shelter through programs operated by Fayette County Community Action Agency.”
Anyone who would like to become a sponsor or volunteer for the event is asked to call Thompson at 724-430-6445 or Furnier at 724-430-6403.