By Krys Estes
Contributing Writer
The local Wilmington chapter of the renowned wish-granting foundation, Make-A-Wish Eastern North Carolina, held its fifth annual Wine Women & Shoes event on April 14.
The event, which was held at The Burney Center on the campus of the University of North Carolina Wilmington, showcased several local businesses giving the guests a glance at the newest fashion trends for the summer while sampling wine as well as enjoying hors d’oeurves from local eateries. The guests could also purchase tickets to win lavish prizes such as a brand new Volvo or a trip to Napa Valley to benefit the organization.
Wine Women & Shoes has raised more than $200,000 to date for Make-A-Wish to help grant wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions in eastern North Carolina. Last year alone, the event was attended by more than 400 guests and raised more than $70,000. The sponsors of the event hope for an even better turnout this year.
