Baby Daniel Halloween Bazaar Fundraiser

Funds are still being raised for the further care of Baby Daniel Estell, and on Friday, October 30, the fundraising committee held a Halloween Bazaar for both children and adults. The children enjoyed dressing up and playing games of tombola, ring toss and more.

Judges were on hand to give prizes to the best costumes of the night, but in truth, all the children were winners.

After the children's party, a "grown-up" bazaar followed.

Help Save Baby Daniel

Daniel Estell is a 7 month old boy who is in desperate need of a liver transplant. Born in Belize Daniel is now at Children's Hospital in Los Angeles. It is the hope that sufficient funds can be raised to make this life saving transplant possible.

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Baby Daniel suffers from a rare liver disease ‘Biliary Atresia’. Biliary atresia is a blockage in the tubes (ducts) that carry a liquid called bile from the liver to the gallbladder. The condition is congenital, which means it is present from birth. The only 2 treatments for this disease are the ‘Kasai Procedure’ which baby Daniel has gone through already and secondly a liver transplant, which baby Daniel is in dire need in this present time.

Nobody really knows what is the actual cause for Biliary Atresia the only thing we know is it can be treated. The encouraging news is that most of the babies who are treated in time grow up and live normal lives.

Presently in Los Angles, California, baby Daniel is being treated at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. He is in a stable condition but just for a short period of time, due to his chronic and progressive liver disease. He will need a liver transplant within the next few months. Time is very critical in his life.

Fundraiser for Baby Daniel

Friends and family of Baby Daniel continue their efforts to raise funds for the upcoming medical treatments that he will require. The San Pedro Lions Den was the venue for one of those events which took place this past Sunday. Residents of San Pedro gathered at the fundraiser where they were treated to a combined bake sale, food sale and raffle. Drinks were on sale as well. This effort continues and individuals wishing to join forces to assist Baby Daniel and family are asked to do so by contacting Mel Spain at 605-9595, for further information.

Raising funds for Baby Daniel

Live on the Reef Radio are grandparents Mel Spain and Daniel Guerrero along with Patty Arceo working the airwaves in an effort to raise money for her grandson, Daniel Jr.

Baby Daniel is 4 months old and has been diagnosed with Biliary atresia, a rare life threatening liver disease. Baby Daniel needs medical assistance immediately in the USA to get the treatment he needs.

Call now (226) 4054 -and help!

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A fundraising event for Baby Daniel will take place on March 21st at the San Pedro Lions Den. More information will be released this afternoon.

Update: At final count, a total of $32,269.00 had been pledged.

Weekend Fundraisers...

There were several fundraisers over the course of the weekend, with many centered around the Halloween Theme.

Miriam Barrientos Fundraiser
Friday night saw the fundraiser for Miriam Barrientos. Mrs. Barrientos has been hospitalized in Guatemala City, and her son Carlos Perez (of Carlos & Cuts) along with friends and family, organized a fundraiser at the Lions Den. With music by Rompe Raja, and fun Halloween costumes, $5 drinks, everyone had fun and the fundraiser was a success!
Miss World Belize Fundraiser
Lety Lara was at Central Park hosting a BBQ fundraiser with her brothers and friends, in hopes of raising enough funds to help her on her trip to South Africa. Miss Lara will represent Belize in the upcoming Miss World Pageant 2009. Anyone wishing to help her reach her goal can do so by contacting her at 629-5676. Lety leaves the country to South Africa on November 6th.
ACES Halloween Bizarre
Ambergris Caye Elementary School (ACES) held their annual Halloween Bazaar (Bizarre) complete with Spooky House, Fun House, Fish Pond, Tombola and even a Texas Hold 'Em Tournament for the big "kids". A Halloween costume contest was the highlight of the night, and students and parents alike who dressed up were able to take part and win fabulous prizes. Proceeds of the fundraiser will be used to cover classroom expenses and more.
SAGA Halloween for the Homeless
With the intent of raising funds for an anesthesia gas machine*, SAGA held its second annual Halloween Bash at Pedro’s this Sunday, October 25th. From midday, owners were encouraged to dress up their pets and have the opportunity to win fabulous prizes. The festivities included many games for the children, raffles and an amazing silent auction. Food and drinks and general fun was had by all.

*The primary purpose of the anesthetic machine and system is to deliver an inhaled (gas) anesthetic to the animal to keep him unconscious through surgery. The machine proves to be safer and it allows animals to wake up faster after surgery and will, therefore allow Saga time for more treatments.