Benefit Oyster Roast
Saturday, March 8, 2025
2:00 – 5:00pm
Fredericksburg Fairgrounds
2400 Airport Ave.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Donations by check should be made payable to:
Fairview Baptist Church
900 Charlotte Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(memo line: Oyster Roast)
The Benefit Oyster Roast is an annual fundraiser to benefit an individual or family in the greater Fredericksburg community. The Oyster Roast has been held annually for over 39 years and is currently sponsored and hosted by Fairview Baptist and River Club churches in conjunction with McClung-Logan Equipment Company-Fredericksburg (formerly White Oak Equipment).
Since its inception, over $1.3 million has been raised to help others in our community. The event is unique in that there is no charge to attend the event; rather donations are accepted at the door or in advance. All donations go to the family or individual(s) selected as the beneficiary, as expenses for the event are paid for by various individuals, companies, and organizations in the area.
MEET THE RECIPIENT
Nikolas “Niko” Curtis
Nikolas “Niko” Curtis was a silly, soccer playing, Lego building, roller coaster riding 9-year-old kid with three siblings who were always on the go. However, within two weeks of starting 4th grade, after a long summer of waking up in pain, having a weird gait, multiple doctor visits, and x-rays on his hip and leg, Niko was admitted to VCU and received his diagnosis of Ewings sarcoma, a cancer of the bone and surrounding soft tissues, and started his fight with cancer.
Niko’s tumor is near his spine and unfortunately is inoperable due to potential nerve damage. The doctors have recommended a combination of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. He had his first round of radiation in December 2024. His procedures, radiation and chemo will be ongoing for the next several months with future monthly lab work and tests during the coming years.
Niko’s parents Kyle and Kiersten are grateful that he has been selected as the beneficiary of this year’s Oyster Roast. Donations will go toward Niko’s medications, treatments, and other related expenses.
