More than $10,000 was raised for the family of Rhettley Bridges Saturday at the Trigg County Recreation Complex.
Friends of Amber and Colton Bridges played softball in a tournament, purchased items in a silent auction, and enjoyed food at the Trigg County Recreation Complex Saturday. Organizer Shell Malone said Rhettley, who is 11 months old, is undergoing treatment at St. Jude Children’s Hospital for a brain tumor that was discovered in May.
click to download audioMalone reported the fundraiser brought in $10,044 that will be given to the family to help with their expenses while Rhettley is undergoing treatment.
click to download audioMalone says she and her brother Tony organized the fundraiser to help the family and frequently help coordinate similar fundraisers for community members who need some assistance.
click to download audioIn addition to more than 100 people playing in the tournament, several businesses and organizations donated gift cards and items for the silent auction, and Greg’s Grill and Todd Gilbert cooked food to be sold.
