(above) Cadets of the Berkeley Heights Volunteer Rescue Squad will be raising money for the 2019 American Cancer Society Relay for Life with their annual plant sale on Sunday, May 19 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the rescue squad building on 378 Snyder Ave.
Rescue Squad Plant Sale to benefit Relay for Life – May 19
Governor Livingston High School’s 2019 American Cancer Society Relay for Life is just around the corner. The cadets of the Berkeley Heights Volunteer Rescue Squad (BHVRS) are raising money for this important cause by hosting their annual plant sale on Sunday, May 19, 2019 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Rescue Squad building on 378 Snyder Ave.
There will be a wide array of flowers to purchase. In addition, the cadets will be selling delicious baked goods including brownies, cookies, and cupcakes. Leah’s Lemonade stand will also be joining the fundraising efforts. Leah will provide her famous lemonade and other homemade treats. The cadets would like to thank Hall’s Garden Center & Florist for providing the beautiful array of flowers for the event.
Relay for Life is a community-based fundraising event that is hosted at various locations around the country. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. Each year, there are over 5,000 Relay events that raise money for the fight against cancer and celebrate courageous survivors. It is estimated that Relay for Life has raised 5 billion dollars to date.
“The Cadets would greatly appreciate any support for this amazing cause that benefits individuals living with cancer,” says Jessica Moran, EMT, Cadet Co-Captain at the BHVRS. “The BHVRS has not only given me insight into patient care and professionalism, but it has also taught me the value of community service and giving back. I love organizing and volunteering my time for events like this one because I am truly able to positively contribute to my community.”
Cadets are high school members of the BHVRS who ride on the ambulance. Some of them are also NJ certified emergency medical technicians (EMTs).
Submitted by Carolyn Sayre
