Fundraiser for Milleigh Turner a big success

1 year-old Milleigh Turner is held by her mother Jennifer Turner at Saturday's Fundraiser. Milleigh was diagnosed with cerebral palsy in 2013.

NEW BLOOMFIELD, MO -- Residents from New Bloomfield and Holts Summit came together at New Bloomfield High School Saturday afternoon to support the family of an infant diagnosed with cerebral palsy.

The day of activities included a car show, a petting zoo, and a barbecue, amongst others. However, the biggest event was an auction that took place in the high school cafeteria.

Many different items were up for bid, from sculptures to handmade quilts. The room was packed full of people who felt they had to do something forMilleigh Turnerand her family.

Its for a good cause, said Christina Shiverdecker, who came out to show support. Weve got a little girl that needs as much help as she could possibly get. Good auction, good stuff, good food, good people.

Milleigh, who was born in May of 2013, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy after experiencing a form of sudden infant death syndrome. Her family has struggled with the expense of getting their daughter the treatment she needs, hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

New Bloomfield Lions Club president Keith Thomas and his wife Evelyn said when they learned of Milleighs situation, they knew they had to do something.

New Bloomfield is a close-knit community, Evelyn Thomas said. It shows everybody is really supporting us.

We set a goal of five thousand dollars, Keith Thomas said. We had almost passed that before the day started.

Residents said they hope after Saturdays fundraiser, the Turner family will be able to get Milleigh the medical help she needs. Milleighs parents said the generosity of so many people has changed their perspective on what it means to be a part of the community.

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Fundraiser for Milleigh Turner a big success