What's Happening?
The Oshkosh Area Women's Association is organizing its 39th annual Benefit Style Show on October 28 at the Oshkosh Convention Center. The event will feature notable personalities such as WBAY TV-2 Safety & Traffic News Anchor Aisha Morales and Ryan Rasmussen, executive director of the Oshkosh Area Community Pantry. The evening will include a dinner, a style show, and various fundraising activities like silent auctions, door prizes, and raffles. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Town of Oshkosh Fire Department, Military Veterans Museum, and Miss Oshkosh Organization Scholarship Fund. Tickets are available for purchase at Festival Foods or online, with sales ending on October 21.
Why It's Important?
The Benefit Style Show serves as a crucial fundraising event for several local organizations, providing financial support to community services such as the fire department and veterans' museum. It also contributes to educational opportunities through the scholarship fund. By engaging the community in a night of fashion and philanthropy, the event fosters local engagement and highlights the importance of supporting community initiatives. The involvement of local media personalities and community leaders underscores the event's significance in promoting civic responsibility and community solidarity.