Hey Everyone!
I hope you’re having a wonderful summer so far! It’s actually been on the warmer side of things here in SoCal, and I’ve been soaking it up as much as possible!
I wanted to let you know about an awesome fundraiser that Angela of Powell Woulfe Photography is organizing for a military family.
JJ Proffitt is an adorable three-year-old who was diagnosed with autism just under a year ago. In addition to showing communication symptoms, JJ exhibits concerning behaviors such as throwing himself off furniture and escaping from the family’s home. JJ’s mother, Kristin, discovered Autism Service Dogs of America (ASDA) earlier this year and immediately applied for a service dog for JJ. The Proffitt family has been approved for a service dog, and is now in the process of raising the $13,500 it will take to raise and train the dog to suit JJ’s needs. Kristin believes that the service dog may provide JJ a sense of security and a measure of safety. You can read testimonials from families who were recipients of ASDA dogs here.
Joshua, JJ’s father, is serving as an active-duty Sergeant in the United States Army. With a year-long deployment in the near future, the Proffitt family is hoping to obtain the service dog prior to Joshua’s departure. There’s no question that deployments cause an immeasurable about of stress on family members left behind, and I’m certain that having a service dog will help JJ thrive during his daddy’s next tour.
This is where Angela’s fundraiser comes to play. :)
On Sunday, July 24, Angela is gathering a group of photographers (including myself) to donate their time and take affordable, professional portraits of families at the Orange County Photography Center in Brea, CA. Clients will recieve a mini-session (15 minutes in length) for up to 4 people, with a suggested donation of $25. After the event, the photographers will choose 5 photographs of each family to upload to an online viewing gallery, with the option of purchasing affordably-priced prints and downloads. We’ll be shooting from 10am until 5pm, and you can reserve a spot by calling Angela at 760-317-9752.
What: Happy Tails for JJ – A Portrait Benefit Event When: 10am – 5pm on Sunday, July 24 Where: The Orange County Photography Center, 590 W. Central Avenue, Suite A, Brea, CA 92821 **Want more info? Click here to download the event flyer. You can read more about JJ’s story here and the Proffitt family here. And feel free to check out this article!
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I hope to see you there!
xoxo, Lauren
You’re welcome, Kristin! I’m happy to be able to help! :)
Lauren,
I just wanted to say thank you for being a part of this fundraiser for my son JJ. Angee has been a close family friend for many years and I am so touched that you joined with her to help my son achieve safety through his service dog.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, the world needs more people like you and Angee and the other photographers who have joined together for this.
Kristin Proffitt