Before Rebecca and her husband, Matt, started a family, Rebecca worked for five years as the Marketing and Special Events Coordinator at Fat Man's Enterprises. This was the perfect place to work and hone her party planning skills, which along with her minor degree in Theater from Augusta State University, were put to great use in designing sets and props for the Storybook Brunch. 

Rebecca's natural likability and positive attitude make it hard to say "no" to her. She recruited more than 30 volunteers, and helped sell more than 25 sponsorships that raised nearly $30,000 for the first time event.

"Being able to help plan such a huge event to benefit the Burn Foundation gave me a lot of insight into what the foundation does on a daily basis. Even though we were only providing an event for kids to come meet and greet their favorite Storybook characters, the reason behind the event changed my life forever," shared Rebecca. "There are so many families that are emotionally struggling with a burn patient that anything we can do to minimize their worry whether it is through a meal, a ride, or someone to talk to will bless their lives."