As the entire Southwest Florida community continues to mourn the death of Sgt. Elio Diaz, there are a few fundraisers being held in January to support his wife and four children.
On Jan. 18, the Suffolk County (New York) Sheriff's Office will play the Lee County Sheriff's Office in a charity hockey game at Hertz Arena.
Puck drop is scheduled for 3:30 p.m., before the Florida Everblades take the ice at 7 p.m.
You can purchase tickets here . Every ticket bought through the link will go directly to the Diaz family.
The Everblades will also donate $5 for every ticket bought.
There will be a charity auction on Jan. 27th at Beef 'O' Brady's in Punta Gorda.
Paddle sales start at 5:30 p.m., and they are $3 a piece. The auction is set to begin at 7 p.m. There will also be a 50/50 raffle along with food and drinks.
You do need to reserve your spot by calling or texting 201-699-7674.
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