MODELS who have lost loved ones have revealed why they are taking part in a special Fashion, Food and Fizz fundraiser for St Rocco’s Hospice.
Tickets are still available for the red carpet event taking place at The Park Royal Hotel in Stretton at 7pm Friday 17th June which includes a 2-course meal.
All the models taking part are looking to overcome their natural nerves caused by carrying out such a public role in front of a room full of strangers, and their reasons for taking part are key in this.
A number of the models had loved ones who were cared for at St. Rocco’s. Kellie Millard’s friend Debbie had raised thousands of pounds for Bowel Cancer charities, before she passed away at Christmas 2021. “I am determined to fundraise for both Debbie and my mum,” said Kellie, “I am always up for a new challenge, so this was a perfect way of combining fundraising and remembering loved ones.”
Similarly, Kathryn Harvey commented, “You don’t realise how the care St. Rocco’s provides is so life-changing until you know someone who has received it.” Lisa Moran was fortunate enough to see her close friend and cousin battle through cancer treatment, but sadly lost her dad along the way. “I want to fundraise to ensure St. Rocco’s can continue to provide care for patients and families,” she said.
Others, such as Emma Robinson, are cancer survivors themselves. “After a double mastectomy and reconstruction, I realise how vital the care, places like St. Rocco’s provide is. Even if I can help one person then I will have been a success,” said Emma.
Fortunately, not all the models have had to suffer loss to want to be involved. “I just want to help out and raise funds to support people living with a palliative illness here in Warrington,” said Silvia Amarier. “It’s also a great way to meet new people and make new friends.”
Whilst Katherine Keyworth, had made some lifestyle changes approaching her 50th birthday. “I lost over 5 stones during that time,” she explained, “so modelling for St. Rocco’s feels like a reward as well as being able to raise funds for such a great cause.”
Andrea Vargova has only recently joined the St. Rocco’s family as a volunteer at their Lymm shop. She wanted to help more and so willingly signed up to become a model to help the Hospice. Other models include: Freya Allen, Leanne Bartlett, Faye Mcllroy, Kate Lucy and Alison Bullock.
There are still a few tickets left for the event on Friday 17th June at the Park Royal, so why not help support these brave ladies on the night and reserve your ticket now before they are all sold out. The price includes: 2 course meal, welcome drink, DJ and a chance to shop for the clothes you see. Contact [email protected] or visit https://www.stroccos.org.uk/Get-Involved/Help-St-Roccos/Events/Fashion,-Food-Fizz-2022
