McGough Academy of Irish Dance Holds Fundraiser for Gill Family
Yonkers, NY, November 06, 2013 --(PR.com)-- The McGough Academy of Irish Dance hosted their First Annual Halloween Party on Saturday, October 26, 2013. The Halloween Party was designed as a fundraiser for Lindsay Gill, a local Woodlawn teen who was struck by a car several weeks ago while attending a local Fall Festival. The family immigrated from Ireland to the USA this past summer.
In an effort to assist this local family during their time of need while dealing with such a tragic accident, Meagan McGough organized her dancing school and decided to host this fundraiser to assist the Gill family with their extensive medical expenses. Along with the assistance of the McGough Academy teachers: Megan DiBiase (TCRG), Aishling O’Reilly and Roisin Carlin, Ms. McGough was able to host a party for 75 students and 35 parents at their main dancing studio in Yonkers, New York. Most notably, Yonkers Councilman Dennis Shepherd was able to attend the fundraiser and offered his support for the cause. John McLoughlin of Celtic Craftworks donated the grand raffle prize, which raised over $400.00 for the family. Sheila Conway of Conway Catering donated the food and RJ Puma of Artuso’s Bakery donated the desserts to assist the McGough Academy in overhead costs to run the event.
As a result of a supportive Woodlawn/Yonkers community, The McGough Academy far exceeded their original fundraising target and raised over $2,000.00 for the Gill family throughout the evening.
About The McGough Academy:
The McGough Academy is a TCRG certified Irish Dance Academy with two convenient locations:
957 McLean Avenue, Yonkers, NY and 209 Brook St, Scarsdale, NY.
Whether a beginner or an advanced dance student, children receive the newest and most advanced Irish Dance techniques to assist in reaching their highest potential in dancing competition. Every student’s needs and individual skills are important. Instructors address these dancing skills and develop them consistent with the capabilities of each student.
As a TCRG certified dancing academy, students are eligible to compete at any solo competition, team competition and theatrical performances. Opportunities to compete and perform will be open to students in local, national and international championship levels at various events throughout the year.
In an effort to assist this local family during their time of need while dealing with such a tragic accident, Meagan McGough organized her dancing school and decided to host this fundraiser to assist the Gill family with their extensive medical expenses. Along with the assistance of the McGough Academy teachers: Megan DiBiase (TCRG), Aishling O’Reilly and Roisin Carlin, Ms. McGough was able to host a party for 75 students and 35 parents at their main dancing studio in Yonkers, New York. Most notably, Yonkers Councilman Dennis Shepherd was able to attend the fundraiser and offered his support for the cause. John McLoughlin of Celtic Craftworks donated the grand raffle prize, which raised over $400.00 for the family. Sheila Conway of Conway Catering donated the food and RJ Puma of Artuso’s Bakery donated the desserts to assist the McGough Academy in overhead costs to run the event.
As a result of a supportive Woodlawn/Yonkers community, The McGough Academy far exceeded their original fundraising target and raised over $2,000.00 for the Gill family throughout the evening.
About The McGough Academy:
The McGough Academy is a TCRG certified Irish Dance Academy with two convenient locations:
957 McLean Avenue, Yonkers, NY and 209 Brook St, Scarsdale, NY.
Whether a beginner or an advanced dance student, children receive the newest and most advanced Irish Dance techniques to assist in reaching their highest potential in dancing competition. Every student’s needs and individual skills are important. Instructors address these dancing skills and develop them consistent with the capabilities of each student.
As a TCRG certified dancing academy, students are eligible to compete at any solo competition, team competition and theatrical performances. Opportunities to compete and perform will be open to students in local, national and international championship levels at various events throughout the year.
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The McGough Academy of Irish Dance
Meagan McGough
917-757-4187
www.mcgoughacademy.com
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Meagan McGough
917-757-4187
www.mcgoughacademy.com
Facebook Page "Like": The McGough Academy of Irish Dance
Twitter: @MeaganMcGough
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