The inaugural Emberly’s Embrace charity fundraiser was a success, raising about twice its initial goal, according to organizer Jen Clayman of Rindge.

Clayman started the Emberly’s Embrace Foundation to raise funds in the name of her daughter, Emberly Rose, who was born stillborn at 39 weeks. Last weekend, The Range in Mason hosted a concert and event to help raise funds, which will be donated to Cheshire Medical Center to donate new car seats to parents of newborns.

Jaxon Clayman honking the horn in a Shaw & Son Rubbish & Recycling trash truck.
Jaxon Clayman honking the horn in a Shaw & Son Rubbish & Recycling trash truck. COURTESY Credit: COURTESY
Jaxon and Anthony Clayman jump in the bounce house.
Jaxon and Anthony Clayman jump in the bounce house. COURTESY Credit: COURTESY
Officer Megan Terrizzi and her comfort dog Skippy pose for a photo between belly rubs.
Officer Megan Terrizzi and her comfort dog Skippy pose for a photo between belly rubs. COURTESY Credit: COURTESY
Over and Out played at the benefit free of charge. From left are Joe DeForge, Cindy Colon, Rick Peterson, Ron LeBron and Jake Chartier.
Over and Out played at the benefit free of charge. From left are Joe DeForge, Cindy Colon, Rick Peterson, Ron LeBron and Jake Chartier. COURTESY Credit: COURTESY
Miss State Parks Kaila Lumpkin, Miss New Hampshire Xanthi Russell, Miss Greater Nashua Teen Claudia Laroche and Miss Nutfield Teen Noelle Prince work registration and greet guests.
Miss State Parks Kaila Lumpkin, Miss New Hampshire Xanthi Russell, Miss Greater Nashua Teen Claudia Laroche and Miss Nutfield Teen Noelle Prince work registration and greet guests. COURTESY Credit: COURTESY
Jordan Sabbio plays cornhole with his mother
Jordan Sabbio plays cornhole with his mother. COURTESY Credit: COURTESY

“It was hot, but heartfelt,” Clayman said. “Everyone had a great time, and I am happy to report we are very close to the $5,000 mark, which was almost double our goal.”

Clayman’s original goal was to raise $2,500, to pay for 15 car seats.

“This was a great start for Emberly’s Embrace, and the positive impact we can have on the tiniest members of our community,” Clayman said.