Group of volunteers putting on fun event to raise funds for Fall River girl suffering from terminal illness

A group of volunteers are putting on a fundraiser for a Fall River teen battling a terminal illness.

According to Roseanne Dupont, Aubrey’s Motorcycle Ride Family Day will be taking place on Saturday, October 1st at the Tiverton VFW at 134 Shove Street.

13-year-old Aubrey Beck was diagnosed with Huntington disease in August of 2021.

Huntington disease is a progressive brain disorder that causes uncontrolled movements, emotional problems, and loss of thinking ability. Juvenile Huntington disease tends to progress more quickly. It is a terminal disease that has no cure. Aubrey’s father also has the disorder.

Some of the raffle items

The motorcycle ride will be a short scenic ride. Staging will begin at 10:15 a.m. with kickstands up at 11:00 a.m.

Some of the food looking to satisfy your appetite will include pizza, hot dogs, side salads, homemade corn bread, and chips. They will also be having a cake for Aubrey and assorted desserts.

Some of the raffle items

In addition to the food, there will be raffles and music from DJ Cal Raye beginning at noon.

There have been numerous donations of gifts for the raffle including gift baskets, gift cards, and an overnight stay on Cape Cod.

Some of the raffle items

The event is $20 per person, $10 per passenger, and children under 12 are $5. For tickets call Dianne Vinton at 774-955-9598.