Benefit is for woman who awaits transplants

AUSTINTOWN — The family of Gina Acierno Kijowski, who is awaiting a five-organ transplant, is sponsoring a benefit pasta dinner from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Gatsby Restaurant.

A Chinese auction, 50-50 raffle, bake sale and other fundraising activities will also be held. Donations such as items for gift baskets and gift cards are being accepted; call Brian Moschella, (330) 301-4691. Monetary donations can be made to the Gina Acierno Kijowski Transplant Fund at any Charter One Bank, or can be mailed to Charter One Bank, 35 E. State St., Girard, OH 44420.