Fundraising Event Aims to Raise Money for Kidney Transplant

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 10:30 AM

By Travis Thayer @eagle993

You can also help by donated to a GoFundMe.

(Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - An upcoming event will raise crucial funds for a local resident who needs a kidney transplant.

The event will take place at the Lawrenceburg Eagles on Saturday, March 29 from 1:00 p.m. to midnight.

There will be horse races, split the pot, raffle baskets, cake walk with a twist, walking tacos for $5, and live music from Rick Martin, Kevin Burress, and Wade & Murphy.

Proceeds from the event will support Brandi Holt.

According to a GoFundMe page, Holt had auto immune kidney disease for over 20 years. in 2023, her kidneys started worsening rapidly after COVID-19.

She will undergo kidney transplant surgery in the coming weeks. However, she will do so with zero income after recently losing her job. Holt says she has almost $20,000 in medical bills.

"If you can donate any amount, it will be put straight to help me get my transplant and stay on top of my finances," said Holt.

For more information and to donate, visit

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