Sikorsky Firefighters Turn Up The Heat with their 7th Annual Clambake

New Haven, Conn., August 18, 2010- On Friday, August 20, 2010 from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. the Sikorsky Firefighters Local I-68 will be cooking for the crowds in hopes to raise money for the fight against neuromuscular disease.

The Sikorsky firefighters will be hosting their 7th Annual Clambake to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association at Anthony’s Ocean View in New Haven, Conn. The Sikorsky Firefighters’ Annual Clambake boasts a menu of mussels, clams, steamers, hot dogs, hamburgers, pasta, breads, salads, ribs, chicken, chowder, desserts and an open bar.

The event is open to all adults who would like a night out. The Sikorsky Locals hold this event as a way to thank the community for supporting their MDA campaign. Prizes in the past have included helicopter rides, electronics, sports memorabilia, tickets to Broadway shows or special events, gift packages, weekend getaways and more.

Through the generosity and support of Sikorsky employees, outside contractors, friends and local businesses, the Sikorsky Fire Firefighters were able to raise over $100,000 for MDA over the past nine years. The generosity of friends and companies like the Sikorsky Aircraft firefighters allows MDA to continually raise more funds for research, education, vaccination, and send children to MDA Summer Camp in Hebron, Conn.

The Sikorsky Aircraft Fire Department Local I-68 is part of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). This is the IAFF’s 56th year dedicating their time and efforts to MDA. Since 1954 they have raised nearly $275 million dollars for the organization. They are the largest national sponsor of MDA and pride themselves on their devotion to the cause.

MDA is a voluntary health agency dedicated to helping more than one million Americans affected by neuromuscular disorders through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive services, and far reaching professional and public health education.

Tickets are $75 a person, which includes a full clambake menu, open bar and a disc jockey for dancing. For more information or to purchase tickets please contact Amanda Cann at (914) 345-5062 or acann@mdausa.org.