A BUTTERFLY ball in honour of a six-year-old girl is all set to take off. As reported, Lucy Sutton has osteosarcoma – a form of bone cancer – which was discovered behind her knee in February.
Over the last few months, her parents Tony and Catrina from Scartho have channelled their emotions into organising the charity Butterfly Ball, which is taking place on Friday.
And they have been overwhelmed by supporters who have donated money, prizes and other services.
The family hopes to raise as much money as possible for charities including Clic Sargent, the Theodora Children's Trust, PACT (Parents' Association of Children with Tumours and Leukaemia), ward M3 at Sheffield Children's Hospital and Birmingham Royal Orthopedic Hospital.
Guests at the ball – taking place at the Oaklands Hotel, in Laceby, from 7.30pm – could be in with the chance of taking home some great prizes in an auction.
Items under the hammer include a signed Manchester United football, a Kindle and Christmas meal vouchers for the Ashbourne Hotel. There will also be a raffle.
Tony said: "Staff at the Spar shop, in Waltham Road, Scartho, held a fundraising day which has so far raised more than £2,000.
"We have also received cheques for £500 from North Lincs Tyres and Blackrow Engineering.
"The Artie White Foundation has also donated £250 towards the growing fundraising pot."
Patricia Collins, the owner of Crafty Alice, in St Peter's Avenue, Cleethorpes, has devoted her free time to making 25 sweet trees for table centrepieces. They will then be auctioned.
Tony continued: "So many people have stepped forward to help make this ball the best it can be.
"I want to thank all the live performers as well who will keep guests entertained throughout the night.
"The love people have shown towards Lucy is amazing. What humbles me the most is that the majority do not even know my daughter but still want to help.
"It makes you feel part of a great community."
With just days to go before the event, Tony is appealing to anyone who could donate helium for the balloons on the night.
Anyone who can help should call him on 07940 834736.
For more information about the ball, visit www.the-butterfly-ball. co.uk
