Uniting the Community…For the Children
By Alexander Rea
On December 17, 2016, United for a Good Cause Inc. hosted the 12th Annual Emerald Coast Christmas Miracle Children’s Fiesta. Numerous selfless and kind people, along with sponsor and participating businesses and organizations, came together to host this one of a kind event with a twist of Latin flavor.
Christmas spirit and cheer was in the hearts of all kinds of people and organizations from all over the Emerald Coast, who were present in making a day to remember for so many children in need.
Food services, entertainment groups, church choirs, organizations such as AmeriCorps, Toys for Tots, The Home Depot, Helen Back, K2 Media, Studio Fuzion, Miss Costa Latina, and numerous other entities were present in creating fun for over 1,800 children and families that attended.
Children with special needs were given first run of all the activities, with many proud parents’ eyes shimmering with glee to see their children filled with joy.
Everything at the event was free; food, attractions, prizes, all free of charge and all committed voluntarily from such marvelous people. Featured were shows of audacious and immensely brilliant talents, such as young dancers that seemingly defied human physical limits. Dance contests for prizes including bicycles were also held. From any perspective, the live shows that were hosted were absolutely impressive. Throughout the massive room of the Emerald Coast Convention Center, an abundance of entertainment was in every direction, from balloon animals, clowns, games, magicians, face painting, food, photo booths, mascots, even Santa Claus himself and much, much more.
To see so many children light up with pure happiness and enjoy life so prominently was a miracle in itself. ‘Twas so magnificent, the heart would sing with beauty upon witnessing the magic that this occasion had created. Thank you to all who participated in this marvelous event!
NOTE: Event photos taken by Alexander Rea of Inspire to Aspire. Visit: http://nspiretoaspire.com
