Wakefield, RI — Nearly 150 guest attended the 4^th Annual Kentucky Derby Party benefitting Easterseals RI raising over $19,000 for the Early Intervention and Outpatient programs.

All in attendance enjoyed a southern style buffet, a hat contest, cigar tasting presented by Cigar Box, complimentary mint juleps sponsored by Sons of Liberty Spirits Company, hats and fascinators from Spangles Inc., and a silent auction raising over $7,100, all while watching LIVE coverage of the 141st Kentucky Derby.

Special thanks to all of our volunteers, The Haversham House staff, and our sponsors: Daniel Pearce Builders, Joanne M. Daly of Daly Wealth Management, Furey Roofing Co., Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation, Belmont Market, Cigar Box, Coldwell Banker Cahoone Realtors, Sons of Liberty Spirits Company, Spangles Inc., and Valenti Toyota.

To view photos of the event please the Easterseals RI Facebook page at www.facebook.com/EasterSealsRI.

About Easterseals RI
Easterseals RI provides exceptional services to ensure that all children with disabilities or special needs and their families have an equal opportunity to live, learn, work and play in their communities. Last year, Easterseals RI served over 550 children and their families through programs and services provided. For more information about Easterseals RI, please call 401-284-1000 or visit www.easterseals.com/rhodeisland.