Baskets for Bridger Brings in Many Donations

“We were not expecting how many donations and people that showed up for the Baskets for Bridger benefit,” said Ashley Peters, Bridger’s mother. “We are grateful beyond compare for those that have participated in any way.”
The Baskets for Bridger benefit raised a total $45,000 and the proceeds will go towards paying for hospital bills, medication bills, time off from work for Josh and Ashley, and multiple trips to and from appointments for Bridger.
One of the main items that had a high bid was a Billy Cook saddle that Ashley had won in high school for barrel racing. This saddle was given to a family friend when Ashley sold a horse to this friend for their grandchildren to ride. The family wanted to give the saddle back as a donation for Bridger. The saddle sold for $1,000. The bidder gave the saddle back as well. Other high bidding items were round and square bales of hay, Husker football tickets with merchandise, and a pellet smoker/grill.
A total 130 items were donated for the silent auction and a total 128 items were donated for the live auction. A total of 146 bid numbers were distributed at the benefit.
Josh and Ashley Peters gave an update in Bridger's journey: Bridger's tricuspid valve is still leaking, which results in blood overflow to her lungs from her heart. Doctors believe that since she was on bypass during her surgery and they had to shock her heart to restart it, this resulted in swelling of her heart, causing the valve to not close properly.
Bridger is always a super happy, smiling girl, and very playful. She loves to go on walks with mom and her dog Shooter. You would never guess the challenges she has had to face if you did not already know of her journey.
“We are truly blessed by the outpouring of support from our community.”