As a former Speech-Language Pathologist and Child-Language Specialist, Amanda Raab, the original founder of PurePearls.com, is well-aware of the need for active support in the community. She feels very passionate about doing whatever she can to facilitate children's developmental progress and improve their quality of life. While Ms. Raab is no longer with us, she continues to play an active role in the lives of children with special needs and is dedicated to supporting non-profit organizations and philanthropic events in Houston, as well as throughout the nation.
Today, Ashley McNamara continues her legacy by making charitable donations to support local schools, and also proudly participates in fundraising opportunities for the aHUS Foundation by crafting fine pearl jewelry available through aHUS.
aHUS Foundation - supporting children and families with atypical HUS
2006 - Present
"Shamrocks and Sand Dollars" Charitable Auction, St. Bonaventure Catholic School, Huntington Beach, CA
March 2018
Susan G. Komen Foundation Donation
April 2008
Annunciation Orthodox School Donation, Houston, TX
February 2008
Cure Autism Now
2007 & 2008
Sunshine Kids Charity Ball - Benefiting and Enriching Lives of Children with Cancer
October 2007
Product Donation Benefiting The Empowerment Center in Houston, Texas and the Women's Retreat
September 2007
Junior League of Atlanta Charity Ball Donation - Benefiting local charities
October 13, 2006
Product Donation Benefiting The Empowerment Center in Houston, Texas and the Women's Retreat
September 14, 2006
Astros Wives Gala Donation and Silent Auction: Benefiting The Houston Women's Center
August 29, 2006
"Pearls & Promises " Live Auction Benefiting Women's and Children's Services provided by Trinity Mother Frances Health System"
April 15, 2006
Project Row Houses Silent Auction to raise funds for the Children's Art Education Programs
May 21, 2005
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Cruise for the Cure Sponsorship and Silent Auction
May 12, 2005
Development of Child Connections Website - Designed to educate parents and professionals in child language development
Spring 2004
Sponsor of "Starlight Foundation"
2004-2005
"Light the Night" Silent Auction Benefited by The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
October 22, 2004