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March 9, 2010
Men Who Cook: Saturday, March 13
Who doesn’t love ‘em some Men Who Cook?
This Purchase Area Sexual Assault & Child Advocacy Center fundraiser is a community favorite, set for 7 p.m., Saturday, March 13, at the Convention/Expo Center. Don’t miss this fun-filled evening of tailgating, great food, festive drinks, live broadcasts of NCAA basketball tournaments and PASAC’s famous children’s art auction — all to support PASAC’s work to end violence.
“We provide services to all victims of any type of sexual crime — regardless of their age,” says PASAC’s gorgeous Executive Director Mary Foley. “Since we’re funded by grants and donations, Men Who Cook is critical to our agency. We hope everyone will come out to support PASAC and our wonderful chefs.”
Celebrity chefs from local businesses, community groups and political arenas wear their own decorated aprons, prepare great dishes and desserts and serve them from their sports-themed tables. See the full list of chefs, lower right.
Tix are $35 or $60 for two. And be sure to purchase a $10 all-night drink ticket. To purchase, call PASAC, 270.534.4422.
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Brandon Barnhill
Investigations Captain, Paducah Police Department
Dish: Buffalo Chicken Dip and Tortilla Chips
Year Participating: 4
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: During the course of my job, I often have interactions with PASAC and have personally witnessed how they have helped many people in the community. I strongly support their efforts and try to assist them in any way that I can! I hope that by helping this worthy cause, PASAC will be able to continue helping those in our community who need their services.
Bear on the Air
DJ, Afternoon Drive 93.3
Dish: PigCicles, a Bear-B-Que Signature Dish!
Year Participating: Almost all of them
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: Hopefully people hearing me talk about it will donate money, or someone who could use PASAC services will reach out. Many people are afraid, and they need the support. Plus, the 50 Men Who Cook are champions of women’s rights and safety.
Jerry Beyer
McCracken County Commissioner & Public/Professional Relations Advisor, Wilbert Vault Co.
Dish: His Famous Shrimp Gumbo — the Dish of Presidents
Years Participating: 7
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: I’m very familiar with the great work PASAC does for our community. I hope that I can encourage my family and friends to come out and support this worthy cause and to have a great time at this event.
Barry Cothran
World Traveler and Amazing Chef
Dish: Shrimp Dumplins
Years Participating: All of them
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: Participation in the event seems to be making a difference. The PASAC operation has expanded and continues to serve more victims and their families. That’s evidence enough that the effort we make is helpful.
Gary Damron
Co-Owner, Unlimited Graphics
Dish: It’s a secret
Years Participating: 1
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: My sales manager (Ralph Mounts) encouraged me to sign up and give to this worthy cause. I wanted to give back to the community and hopefully bring awareness to those in need.
Sgt. Ryan Dawson
Kentucky State Police
Dish: Crème Brule
Years Participating: 1
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: I’m happy to support an agency that has done so much to assist the Kentucky State Police. This event is important because it helps raise money to keep PASAC afloat. Plus, this agency is the voice of a lot of children who are afraid to speak. By its continued existence, PASAC will continue to offer children a place of comfort in unsettling times.
Jimmy Henson
Retired Marshall County Teacher
Dish: Homemade Strawberry and Banana Crepes
Years Participating: 1
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: I want to raise awareness about PASAC and its role in preventing sexual abuse. Plus, my daughter, Angie York, is the educational director at PASAC.
David Rogers
Owner, Driver’s Grocery & Deli and Driver’s West End (old Paradise Snow Building on corner of Hinkleville and Friedman)
Dish: Hot & Spicy Chicken Wings
Years Participating: 2
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: This is a very good cause. We are always wiling to work and help fundraisers for the community. We know some child will benefit from this particular event.
Sam Steger
Sgt. Kentucky State Police
Dish: Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms
Years Participating: 1
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: I was inspired by the work that PASAC does for us and would like to return a bit of appreciation. I hope my participation will help raise needed money to assist PASAC to better assist the victims that are brought in by local and state law enforcement or other entities.
Matt Walker
Account Representative, AT&T Southeast, National Business Markets
Dish: It’s a secret
Years Participating: 2
Why He’s a Man Who Cooks: I’m inspired by my wife, Amberly — she works at PASAC and is the event organizer. I just want to do my little part and help raise awareness about sexual assault in our area.
About PASAC
The Purchase Area Sexual Assault & Child Advocacy Center is a 501c3, not-for-profit agency, contracted with the state of Kentucky to provide services to all victims of any type of sexual crime.
The center is designated to provide services to children, adolescents and adult victims as well as their friends and families.
Since its 1987 inception, the agency has served victims with legal/medical advocacy and support, crisis intervention, a 24-hour crisis line, therapy and prevention programming. In 2007, PASAC became the regional Child Advocacy Center, and now provides forensic services and specialized children’s services to better assist law enforcement, social services and the community in dealing with this devastating crime.
