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Steak ‘n Bake ‘n Raffle returns in September
GREENFIELD – Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to join in the annual Steak ‘n Bake ‘n Raffle, hosted by the Rotary Club of Greenfield.
The annual event returns to the Hancock County Fairgrounds Sept. 21. Last year, Hancock County nonprofits raised more than $190,000 through the event.
Nonprofits that want to participate this year are asked to send a one-page summary of their mission statement, vision, impact and number of people served annually along with a 501(c) 3 letter and most recent years’ financials by July 30. Each nonprofit that applies will be invited to give an elevator speech at the club meeting Aug. 15. Rotarians will vote for their top 15 to participate in the raffle event. These nonprofits may then garner new dollars for the fundraiser beginning Sept. 1, culminating the night of the event. The top five organizations that bring in the most dollars will get to split the profits raised at the raffle. The remaining five will retain the dollars they raised.
Send information to David Elser at [email protected], or call 317-695-4184 for questions.
Bed race set for September
GREENFIELD – The Four Post 400 Bed Race Challenge returns this September.
Race a wheeled bed at the Hancock County Fairgrounds with a group of friends, coworkers or nonprofit organization. Additional prizes are given for best-decorated bed.
The event is a fundraiser for the Dale E. Kuhn American Legion Post 119. It is set for Sept. 14. Vendors open at 11 a.m., a presentation of the nations’ colors, pledge and invocation is at noon; Hometown Heroes will be at 1:15 p.m.; the Parade of Beds is at 12:30 p.m. and races start at 1 p.m. A cornhole tournament for all levels is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The legion is currently seeking sponsors for the event, ranging from $50 to $500. Those who want to participate can join for $75 if using one of the legion’s beds, or $50 by bringing your own bed. Send registration information and fees to American Legion, P.O. Box 96B, Greenfield. Registration should include a team name, members of the team and ages, and parents’ signature if under 18. Email questions to [email protected].
Gala for CASA Aug. 8
GREENFIELD – Change a Child’s Story Gala is coming up Aug. 8.
The event is hosted by Court Appointed Special Advocates of Hancock County and raises money through sponsorships and auctions. Guest speaker is Ashley Rhodes-Courter, a former foster youth who became a New York Times Bestselling author.
The event is at Daniel’s Vineyard, 9061 N. 700 W., McCordsville. Tickets are $50 per person, or $400 for a table of eight. Learn more at casahancockcountyin.org.
Chocolate walk returns to downtown Greenfield
GREENFIELD – A sweet tradition hosted by the Greenfield Area Chamber of Commerce returns this August.
The 2024 Chocolate Walk is scheduled for 5-8 p.m. Aug. 9 in downtown Greenfield. Participants walk to local businesses and nonprofit organizations to sample gourmet or specialty chocolates.
The event sells out quickly; buy tickets at $20 at greenfieldcc.org. Sponsorship opportunities and vendor applications are still available.
