Vera Bradley Breast Cancer Fundraiser

By SHANNON HICKS

Published: Apr 04, 2003 12:00 am

BETHEL â The Gift Cottage is hosting a special fundraising event the weekend of April 10-13.

During those days, visitors to the store at 154 Greenwood Avenue in Bethel can take advantage of special sales and events while also helping the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer raise funds.

After losing a dear friend to breast cancer in the early 1990s, Vera Bradley co-owners Barbara Baekgaard and Patricia Miller established the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer in June 1998. The foundation supports âvigorous laboratory research into the cause and cure of breast cancer.â

Beginning at 6 am on Thursday, April 10 â when the store will open very early to kick off its fundraising efforts â shoppers can donate to the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer. Anyone making a donation will be able to then enter a drawing for a Vera Bradley Handbag. The winner will be selected on Sunday, April 13.

Store hours during the fundraiser will be Thursday from 6 am to 8 pm; Friday, April 11, 10 am to 7 pm; Saturday, April 12, 10 am to 6 pm; and Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm. Fundraiser hours will also coincide with a special trunk show, where Vera Bradley merchandise will be available for 20 percent off regular prices.

The Gift Cottage can be reached for additional information by calling 790-1000.

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