A night of strikes, stars, and solidarity as Gene Simmons raises the bar for children's surgical care alongside MendingKids.org at a remarkable birthday bowling event
LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / August 30, 2023 / The pins were set, the alleys were lit, and an electrifying atmosphere at Pinz Bowling Kitchen + Bar as iconic rock figure Gene Simmons hosted an unforgettable birthday bowling party on August 25, 2023. This star-studded event not only commemorated the birthday of the legendary KISS frontman but also aimed to shatter barriers for children in desperate need of surgical care, through the unwavering support of MendingKids.org.
Live auction item personally endorsed by Gene Simmons
Gene Simmons, renowned both for his musical prowess and his philanthropic endeavors, has been a steadfast advocate for MendingKids.org for years. The organization, which has been a beacon of hope for countless children, provides critical surgical care to those who lack the resources to afford such procedures. Gene, a passionate supporter, shared his heartfelt sentiment: "Every day is a gift. I've been a major supporter of MendingKids.org for years. They have provided free surgical care to literally thousands of children in need who would otherwise not be able to afford these very important operations. Our wonderful doctors have contributed their time and all costs are free."
The atmosphere of the event was further charged with excitement as attendees enthusiastically participated in a live auction featuring exclusive items, VIP tickets to their last concerts and priceless Kiss memorabilia and instruments personally endorsed by Gene, Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer, and Eric Singer who were all in attendance to celebrate. The items cumulatively sold for over $100,000.
MendingKids.org extends its heartfelt gratitude to Gene Simmons for his generous and longstanding support and for inviting his friends to discover why he cares so much about providing access to critical surgical care to underserved children worldwide, and in the process, gifting them the life-saving opportunity to celebrate more birthdays.
As MendingKids.org continues its mission to extend life-saving surgical care to children in need, the organization invites individuals to learn more about their remarkable journey and the positive impact they make on young lives. For additional information about MendingKids.org and their mission, please visit MendingKids.org.
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SOURCE: MendingKids.org