Successful Happy Hour for Hope at Mango’s

Delicious food and fabulous tunes were the secret of success for the May Happy Hour for Hope at Mango’s, hosted by Sunrise Rotary. Happy Hours for Hope are monthly gatherings hosted by Sunrise Rotary, Noontime Rotary, and the Kiwanis Club of Marco Island. These fundraisers support Meals of Hope of Marco Island, an organization dedicated to ending hunger in our community. All funds raised will help purchase raw materials for the Meals of Hope Packaging Event on November 9. Nutritionally balanced packaged meals will be distributed to families in need in our local area. 

Cristian Nicula and his staff at Mango’s provided incredible service and delicious appetizers, including caprese flatbread, Mongolian glazed pork riblets and crispy golden coconut shrimp.

Talented local musician Konstantino rocked the venue with his moving renditions of many favorite songs. He and Friends of Hope member, Alan Sandlin delighted the crowd with the golden oldie, “Wake Up Little Susie.” Robert Thomas was the winner of the 50-50 raffle. He generously donated his prize money right back to the cause. 

Meals of Hope is generously supported by Friends of Hope (FOH), a group of individuals and businesses who have made a substantial contribution to the cause. The 2024 Friends of Hope are:

• All Event Party Rental – Tom Mann

• Condee Cooling and Electric – Erik Condee

• Law Offices of William G. Morris

• Tom Menaker

• Donna Dubey

• Dennis and Joan Pidherny

• Jim and Allyson Richards

• Arne and Jill Sandberg

• Gene and Wanda Burson

• Robert and Donna Reiley

• Robert and Catherine Thomas

• Traute Gentry

• Susan Purvis

• Sandlin Team – Alan and Linda Sandlin

• Marco Office Supply – Phil Penzo

Mark your calendar now for the next Happy Hour for Hope, hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Marco Island, Tuesday, June 18, 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Sami’s, 227 N. Collier Blvd., Marco Island with entertainment by Lance Shearer. The public is always invited, so join the fun at this good time for a good cause!