Urban Edge Properties, Owner and Operator of Sunrise Mall hosted the Fourth Annual AFSP Blue Angel Car Show which attracted a record 512 vintage cars and more than 2,000 spectators. The show, which is recognized as one of Long Island’s largest car shows of the year, benefitted the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Long Island Chapter: Team Brittany Marie, raised a record of over $30,000.
Event organizer, Carrie Aronson, created the show in honor of her daughter, Brittany, who she lost to suicide at the age of 14. From the time Brittany was 8 years old, she would look out their home window in awe of the neighbor’s blue Thunderbird and longed to own the car one day. To celebrate Carrie’s 50th birthday, her husband, Phil, gifted Carrie with the blue Thunderbird that she proudly drives today and named “the Blue Angel” knowing her daughter is sitting right by her side.
“We were thrilled to once again host the Fourth Annual AFSP Blue Angel Car Show at Sunrise Mall. Urban Edge Properties is proud to be part of this event that brings the community together and contributes to such a meaningful cause,” said Patricia Zafferese, Vice President Specialty Leasing Urban Edge Properties.
“We are so appreciative of Urban Edge Properties and their continued generosity and support for our cause. The event not only showcased an impressive display of cars but also provided a perfect stage to raise awareness and support for suicide prevention,” said Aronson.
“It was an honor to be part of such an inspirational event that brought the community out for such a worthy cause,” said State Senator, Steve Rhoads. “As an elected official we have many obligations but it is events like this that really resonate with the community.”
“The Blue Angel Car Show helps raise awareness of resources available in our community while breaking the silence and stigma surrounding mental health,” said Oyster Bay Town Councilman Steve Labriola. “Together, we remember the beautiful life of Brittany Petrocca and raise charitable funds for the American Foundation for Suicide, an amazing organization that brings renewed hope to people struggling with their daily lives.”
For more information and those wishing to donate to Team Brittany please go to https://supporting.afsp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=2776698.
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