SAN CAP PINK PROJECT From left, San Cap Pink Project Board Members Lauren Davies, Laurie Verme, Ann Neubauer, Mary Bondurant and Leslie Rowan at last year's Pink Tea Party.

An upcoming event will celebrate caregivers and supporters of those struggling with cancer.

Known for almost 15 years as Pink Out, the San Cap Pink Project will host its first-ever Pink Cares Celebration Tea on April 23 from noon to 2 p.m. at Cielo, at 1244 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.

“Chico’s will present a fashion show featuring island models, and Cielo promises a high tea with all the trimmings,” President Ann Neubauer said, adding that NBC2 News Today anchor Lisa Spooner will serve as the event emcee. “Lisa is a wonderful supporter and a very popular emcee for Pink Tea events. She never hesitates to join us in the fight.”

Spooner shared that working with the San Cap Pink Project is a highlight of her year.

“Having a maternal grandmother who was a breast cancer survivor, as well as several friends who have battled the unfair disease, I always try to make sure I do my part to support causes which support the brave men and women who have battled and continue to fight breast cancer,” she said.

SAN CAP PINK PROJECT NBC2 News Today anchor Lisa Spooner will serve as emcee for the Pink Cares Celebration Tea.

In addition to the fashion show, there will be raffle prizes and discounts for attendees.

“We love and admire the ladies of Sanibel and Captiva and are proud to partner with the Pink Project to support community caregivers,” Chico’s General Manager Dena Fischer said, adding that the store will offer a 10% discount at the register on April 23-25 to attendees. “So many of our customers have had to manage cancer among close friends and family, including my own family. We’re glad to offer this extra bit of support.”

The LeAne Suarez Group, of John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate, is the title sponsor.

“It’s an honor for us to be affiliated with such an incredible group of people,” LeAne Suarez said. “Not only do they spend their time helping individuals and their families in this community facing a battle, they do it with such a positive attitude that it’s impossible not to have the greatest of hopes.”

Event tickets are $50 per person.

SAN CAP PINK PROJECT The LeAne Suarez Group, of John R. Wood Christie's International Real Estate, is title sponsor for the Pink Cares Celebration Tea. From left, Alec Suarez, LeAne Suarez, Ken Suarez and Austin Suarez.

All San Cap Pink Project events are designed to honor, remember and support.

Net proceeds from ticket sales, raffle and auction contributions, donations and merchandise benefit uninsured and underinsured members in the community needing help with cancer-related needs.

“Caregivers are often the unsung heroes when cancer threatens a family member or friend,” founder Mary Bondurant said. “Although we are known for our campaigns to provide mammograms for everyone in need, our picnic at the Sanibel fire station and other events in October every year, the San Cap Pink Project is active year-round supporting our community members.”

For more information or tickets, visit https://www.PinkOutTea.com. They can also be purchased by mailing a check to the San Cap Pink Project, P.O. Box 125, Sanibel, Florida 33957.

The San Cap Pink Project’s annual Pink Out Picnic will take place on Oct. 24, the Dink for Pink pickleball tournament will be held Oct. 26-27 and the Pink Tea is also scheduled for October.

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IF YOU GO

What

Pink Cares Celebration Tea

When

April 23 from noon to 2 p.m.

Where

Cielo, 1244 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Details

Tickets are $50 per person