On the evening of Thursday, November 9th, 2023, believers and community members gathered at Fresco's Southern Kitchen & Bar in Lakeland, Florida for a special event hosted by Burro Bueno founders Glenn and Jeanette Ferrell. The Ambassador Bash Fundraiser, held in Fresco's newly remodeled Speakeasy, was a true testament to the unwavering power of faith and generosity.
The evening began with a heartfelt welcome from Lakeland Mayor Bill Mutz, who led guests in a community prayer, seeking God's blessings on the event and its charitable purpose. The atmosphere was filled with joy and gratitude as Don Bosky, owner of Beef 'O' Brady's, took the stage to sing "I'm Proud to be an American," reminding everyone of the blessings of freedom and community.
The highlight of the evening was the silent online auction, offering an array of wonderful items donated by local businesses and individuals. Guests also had the opportunity to participate in a raffle, with all proceeds going to support Burro Bueno's mission of helping the people of Honduras.
Dinner was graciously provided by 4 Rivers Smokehouse, with CEO and founder John Rivers taking the stage to share inspiring words about "Chasing Your Purpose With Passion". Glenn Ferrell, the driving force behind Burro Bueno, also spoke passionately about his family's new non-profit organization, which is dedicated to helping the people of Honduras.
Thanks to the generosity of the attendees and the support of the community, the event was a resounding success, raising an impressive $20,000 for Burro Bueno's charitable efforts. It was a night filled with faith, fellowship, and giving, highlighting the impact that can be made when we come together in God's name.
The success of the Ambassador Bash Fundraiser would not have been possible without the generosity of all donors and table sponsors. Burro Bueno would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the following:
- Hulbert Homes, Inc.
- Make It Happen Riders
- Holland & Allie Henderson
- Chris & Jessica Kreeger
- Barry & Diane Nichols
- Phil & Janan Woody
- Ken & Noreta Bish
- Richard Dreyer
- Rob Gelsinger
- Drew Colston
Additionally, Burro Bueno Coffee donated over 100 specially packaged bags of coffee to the event. Each attendee took home a bag of Honduran coffee straight from the region's tallest, cloud-kissed mountains. This original blend of coffee is available now on our website at a discounted price, allowing you to enjoy a taste of Honduras while still supporting a phenomenal cause.