Fundraiser to Help Apartment Fire Victims Find Permanent Housing
Master Z's Cue Club will host a fundraiser for victims of the Jan. 15 fire at 212 W. North St.
On Jan. 15 a fire devastated the 32-unit apartment building at 212 W. North St. Many people were displaced, and many lost everything, not even able to revisit their former homes to salvage.
Cindy Paladino, a family member of one of the victims, along with Barbi Lee and Master Z's Cue Club owners Ken and Tracy Zettelmeier decided to do something to help.
The help is coming in the form of a fundraiser, what they're calling "February's Hot Ticket" starting at 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20.
The event features two rock cover bands, Joyride and Step In Out, as well as a raffle and silent auction.
"What we're trying to do is raise funds for people to find housing, to get back their lives," Paladino said. "They're starting over. When you've got nothing, it's hard to find another apartment because you don't have the down payment."
Paladino said many of the people who were displaced by the fire have been staying with friends or in hotels. Both options are not meant for extended stay, so she said she hopes to raise enough money to help these people find permanent homes.
For the raffle and auction, Paladino said they have a spa gift certificate, a Super Bowl football and clothing. They are still accepting donations.
Ken Zettelmeier said that in addition to the funds raised through the raffle and auction, Master Z's will donate a portion of their profits from the evening.
"I know there's a lot of people that have nothing right now," Zettelmeier said. "And that's the whole concept, some of them don't have a TV or even a bed. We need to get them back in an apartment and back on their feet."
Zettelmeier encouraged everyone to come out to help, regardless of how much a person is able to donate,
"Every dollar adds up," Zettelmeier said. "Don't feel like if you can't spend $100 that you shouldn't come."
Paladino said the event will be a fun time, while at the same time helping people in need.
"Come and have some fun," Paladino said. "And help some people who are needing help rebuilding their lives and have some fun doing something for a good cause."
They are still looking for donations for the silent auction and raffle. For more information or to donate contact Paladino at (414) 491-7003.
Cindy Paladino
6:03 pm on Monday, February 21, 2011
Thank you to everyone who came out for the fundraiser! Unfortunately, the weather didn't cooperate with the event, so if you meant to come and donate, please send your donations to the Waukesha Salvation Army and put on the donation that it is specifically for the Waukesha Fire Victims from January 15, 2011. They will also be accepting other donations of housewares, clothing, etc specifically for the fire victims.
A special THANK YOU to Berg Management with their wonderful offer of housing for all of the fire victims at a reduced fee. Your generosity and kindness will not ever go unnoticed!
Also, thank you so much for your hospitality, to Master Z's Cue Club. I recommend this venue for great food, good fun, and their kindness.
All of the Waukesha businesses that donated items, gift certificates, etc....thank you for your generosity. I truly do miss the kindness of the people of Waukesha since moving from the area almost 20 years ago.
To those who wished to attend and were unable: your safety was very important to us, and we truly do understand why you were unable to attend. God bless you all for your generosity and kindness.