Dear Editor:
On Sunday, June 22, 2003, P.B.A. Local 49 Civic Association will be sponsoring a Disco Classic Night at the SoundGarden in Lodi, NJ. The proceeds raised from this event will be donated to Gianna Cruz, the daughter of Dennis Cruz, a Bergen County Police Officer and his wife Anna Cruz. Gianna Cruz was born with a rare syndrome called “22q11.2 deletion” also known as DiGeorge Syndrome. This syndrome has caused Gianna, a premature baby who is now five months old, to have many surgical and medical needs with many more to come.
The P.B.A. Local 49 is constantly involved in supporting the community by any means possible especially with events such as this. This would not be possible if it was not for the support of people like you to assist us in helping those in need.
The P.B.A. Local 49 is seeking any material or monetary donations you may be able to make at this time to help the Cruz family pay for many medical expenses. Your donations will forever be in the hearts of Gianna and her family.
If you cannot attend the event, donations can be sent to P.B.A. Local 49 Civic Association, in Care of Gianna Cruz, P.O.Box 433, River Edge, NJ 07662.
Thank you again, in advance
P.B.A. Local 49