Young Musicians Raise Money for Haiti Relief

After a devastating earthquake struck Haiti in January, Coleytown Elementary School student Luke Sauer wanted to do something to help.

At the time, the fourth grader donated money he received from a local theatrical workshop but he also knew there was more he could do.

He decided that he and other young musicians could perform together to raise money for kids in Haiti affected by the 7.0-magnitude quake and its aftershocks. They formed a group called "Kids for Kids Young Musicians for a Charitable Cause."

On Sunday afternoon, the local students who banded together to form "Kids for Kids" showcased their talent to a large turnout at the Unitarian Church in Westport.

The performance was led by Richard Weildlich from Western Connecticut State University and The New Cannan Performing Arts Conservatory.  In addition to the performance, jewelry by "amy d. designs" was for sale in which all the profits would go to Westport-based Save the Children, which has been helping Haitian children and families recover since the earthquake left many homeless and without basic  life necessities.

Kids for Kids raised about $4,000 for Save the Children and intends on hosting the benefit concert every year to help other children in need.

Those interested in donating to the cause can contact Kids4Kidsct@optonline.net to make a donation. Checks can be make, payable to Save the Children and sent to: Kids 4 Kids, PO Box 2574, Westport, CT 06880

Kids 4 Kids would like to thank all those who attended and their supporters, which include:

• Baker Graphics
• Miggs Burroughs
• Challah Connection
• D'Valda and Sirico Dance and Music Center
• Great Cakes
• Michael Holmes
• Max's Art Supplies
• The Fresh Market
• Unitarian Church in Westport
• Whole Foods Market