When I began fundraising for this cause, I had no idea it would lead to this. From the SaveNewport group, we raised a whopping $11,100 for Ben’s memorial– an exceptional part of the total.
As other groups also joined in, we now have enough to begin this beautiful project in honor of our friend and lifeguard, Ben Carlson. Your contributions will help build a lasting memory of a lifeguard and true hero who gave everything while saving his fellow man. A permanent structure that will be seen for generations to come.
You guys really stepped up to the plate on this one, and for a great cause. Thank you.
We still need some help for the “final mile”, please consider donating here to push us through the last of the funding stages.