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On March 1 2004 a beautiful fouryearold little girl from Manhattans Upper East Side died suddenly after contractingInfluenza B less than two days earlier. In response to this devastating tragedy the Amanda Kanowitz Foundation has been established to raise awarenessofthe risks of Influenza determine why children like Amanda are dying help identify which other children should be considered highriskand developeffective treatment for extreme reactions to Influenza and other infectious diseases. Festivities included rides carnival games face painting princesses art projects fabulous food a balloon raffle and a spectacular silent auction. SEE PHOTOS FIND OUT MORE By supporting the Amanda Kanowitz Foundation you will be helping to save lives by MAKE A DONATION NOW See what were doing to fight Influenza.