Aspiring to save the lives of two critically ill children

Amman, June 2010 - In line with its efforts to realize its humanitarian vision and duties that aspire to save the lives of underprivileged children in the Middle East and Africa who suffer from a congenital heart defect (CHD), a birth defect which inhibits the heart's ability to deliver oxygen-rich blood to the tissues of the body, the Gift of Life Amman (GOLA) and in collaboration with Hamleys will be holding its ‘Summer Tastings Party – Saving Little Hearts’ fundraiser at the National Gallery Gardens in Jabal Webdeh on the 14th of June 2010.

This fundraiser will build upon the astounding success of last year’s event that was attended by more than 250 visitors and raised JD 6,000 to directly finance 7-month-old baby Ahmad Ramadan’s critically needed heart surgery, enabling him to lead a healthy life. This year, GOLA aims to double the amount of funds raised compared to last year to help save the precious lives of two critically ill children.

Participation in this charitable event is open to the public, and attendees will have the chance to taste an exquisite selection of gourmet dishes and wines prepared by the finest food and wine establishments in Amman as well as enjoy the soft tunes of classical jazz being played. The event will also be hosting an ‘Auction of Promises’ featuring a renowned and a number of great prizes. Tickets can be purchased for JD 30 at the GOLA head offices, Cozmo and Hamleys.

Commenting on this occasion, Daoud Aboud, GOLA’s Chairman, said: “With the support and assistance of those who attended last year’s ‘Tastings for Gift of Life’ event, we were able to perform the heart surgery that saved the precious life of 7-month-old baby Ahmad Ramadan and rekindled the faith of his parents in the goodwill of mankind. Motivated by the exceptional success of last year’s event and driven by our belief in the strong presence of common kindness amidst the hardships that our community is facing, we are inviting everyone to partake in raising the required amount to perform two life-saving heart surgeries on two babies who are in a dire need of it.”

About the Gift of Life Charitable Society - Amman (GOLA)
The Gift of Life Charitable Society (GOLA) was established in Amman in April 2006 as a non-profit charity inspired by Gift of Life International. Since its inception, GOLA has facilitated over 130 surgeries for needy children from around the Middle East and Africa.
GOLA is registered as a charitable society with the Jordanian Ministry of Social Development, and serves as a beacon of hope and support for families in need of assistance to save the lives of their children who suffer from Congenital Heart Disease.
Alongside a series of life-saving heart surgeries provided by a team of Jordanian doctors, GOLA conducts annual Heart Missions at Al-Khalidi Medical Center conducted by volunteer medical professionals. GOLA’s Heart Missions witness extraordinary collaboration between Jordanian and American medical personnel, which promotes the exchange of medical practices and helps in developing life-long friendships – not only between the medical teams, but with the patients’ families as well.

This news release has been distributed by Bidaya Corporate Communications on behalf of the Gift of Life Charitable Society.
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