Sanibel-Captiva Daily

FUNDRAISER FOR KEVIN JOE STAHL was sadly injured at C.R.O.W. Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc Sanibel Island Florida, while working. The Fundraiser will be held at MATZALUNA’S.

New Auction Items Announced for Kevin Joe Stahl Fundraiser

A benefit fundraiser for Kevin Joe Stahl, to be held on Saturday, January 21 from 2 to 4 PM at Sanibel’s Matzaluna Restaurant, will have an abundance of valuable auction items offered to those who bid. These include a New York Jets game ball signed by Head Coach Rex Ryan. The authentic game ball has been donated by 2nd Head Coach Mike Westoff. It joins other recently donated items such as gift baskets, jewelry, fine art from Sanibel and Captiva Island artists and galleries, and much more from South Seas Resort, The Bait Box, Bailey’s, Grog Shop, Tuttle’s, Lily & Co, JB Designs and artists such as Alan Maltz, Richard Sullivan, Katie Gardenia, Sheila Hoen. Restaurant also are represented, with Il Tesoro, Sweet Melissa’s, The Mucky Duck, The Lighthouse Restaurant, The Green Flash, Island Pizza and more.

Kevin Joe Stahl, has been the Sexton at St. Michael’s & All Angels Episcopal Church on Sanibel, and an employee at Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW), which treats and cares for injured wildlife during their recovery. Now, it is Stahl’s turn to be in recovery after corrective surgery for a recent injury damaging four discs in his lower back. During this recovery he is unable to do heavy work associated with his employment.

Sandy Kostick, organizer of the fundraiser, advised that proceeds will  assist Stahl with living expenses while he is unable to work. Kostick added, “We are thrilled at the response from Sanibel and CaptivaIsland friends of Kevin’s. The outpouring of contributions for the silent and live auctions is very gratifying. We look forward to a large turnout Matzaluna on Saturday.

A light buffet and beverages will be served at the event, which will also include live entertainment by Robbie Hutto.  A $10 per person contribution will be collected at the door. There will also be a cash bar. Please come and help out this fundraiser as 

Those unable to attend the event are requested to send donation checks, payable to Kevin Stahl, c/o Reverend Ellen Sloan, St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, Florida 33957.  Kevin stated” I am overwhelmed by the out reach of the community. I so wish to get better quickly and give back to all that have given to me. I look forward to seeing you all Saturday  and I really can’t find the words to say THANK YOU enough for your support.  Please come and join us. You learn very quickly who your friends are when times go bad. I am so blessed to all locals. Especially:  Rev. Ellen Sloan, Matt Asen, Mark Blust, Rex Ryan, Mike Westoff,  Sandy Kostick, Mr. & Mrs Hart, Richard and Bonnie McCurry, Matt Hall, Joanne and Buzzie Murphy, Bill Waites, Denny Toll, Jean Avre and so many more.” 

The event is being supported by friends and acquaintances of Kevin and the following local businesses:www.prawnbroker.com/floridawest/Matzaluna/index.php, Sanibel www.sanibelCaptivaDaily.com
Online PR News.com, Native American Jewelry.com

For questions and more information, please contact: Sandy Kostick @ 239-822-6593 

CHECK OUT SOME OF THE WONDERFUL ITEMS AT AT THE AUCTION: FUNDRAISER FOR KEVIN JOE STAHL was sadly injured at C.R.O.W. Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc Sanibel Island Florida, while working. The Fundraiser will be held at MATZALUNA’S. Be sure to get there early. Silent auction starts at 2 sharp ends at 3:30, when live auction will begin.

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