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Christmas in July to kick-off fundraising efforts for local agency

2014 Trivia Night fundraiser for AFL-CIO Photo courtesy Nichi Yeager
2014 Trivia Night fundraiser for AFL-CIO Photo courtesy Nichi Yeager

St. Joseph, MO – For the third year, AFL-CIO Community Services is hosting a month-long Christmas in July ‘FUNdraiser’, to raise money for the many programs supported by AFL-CIO Community Services.

Last year, more than 150 people helped to raise more than $11,000 by participating in events throughout the month of July.

Raising funds in this community has its benefits and downfalls, said agency director Penny Adams.

“People in this community are very generous with their dollars, but there are many non-profits who are looking for financial support so the competition is fierce.” Through Christmas in July the agency tries to offer something appealing to several different types of interests and age groups. “We try to give them something to do besides just make a donation. Plus the interaction gives us a chance to show them what our agency is about. We want them to know more about the agency they are investing in and who their dollars help.”

Events will include Trivia Night, Christmas in July Sale, Raffle & Toy Drive, Mustangs’ Christmas Extravaganza, and

AFL-CIO Christmas in July at the Mustangs.  Photo courtesy Nichi Yeager
AFL-CIO Christmas in July at the Mustangs. Photo courtesy Nichi Yeager

Scavenger Hunt & Pub Crawl.

“We had to look at new options for locations because we had outgrown the space we used for trivia last year,” Adams added.

During the Raffle & Toy Drive, for every $10 toy or cash donation, donors receive a ticket for one of three prizes: $50 or $100 K-Mart gift card or $500 CASH. Raffle tickets will be available from June 29 to July 31 at the agency office, 1203 N 6th St.

The agency will also take part in a little baseball in July.

“Santa will be in attendance at the Mustang’s game, and will be offering 6-month good behavior check-ups for children who come to the game,” Adams added.

The funds raised during these events will filter directly back into the programs of AFL-CIO Community Services. The agency said none of the donations leave the St. Joseph area.

Activities are as follows:

Trivia Night – July 11 – Come test your knowledge at our holiday-themed trivia contest. Silent auction and mini games too. Green Acres Ballroom, 3500 N. Village Dr. (by Hollywood Theaters). Each player is $20, with a 10 person team maximum. Early bird sign-up $15; deadline June 19. Doors open at 5 p.m., game starts at 7 p.m. Bring your own snacks and drinks, food and drink items will also be available for sale.

Mustangs Christmas Extravaganza – July 18 – Join us for the final game of the season and watch Santa Claus throw out the first pitch. Buy your $7 tickets through our agency and $3 will go toward our Christmas in July fund drive. We will also be selling 50/50 tickets at the game. Last year’s 50/50 winner took home more than $1,200. Game starts at 7 p.m., Phil Welch Stadium.

Scavenger Hunt.  Photo courtesy Nichi Yeager
Scavenger Hunt. Photo courtesy Nichi Yeager

Pub Crawl & Scavenger Hunt – July 25 – You may think you know St. Joe, but this list may stump even you. Bring your car, digital camera and up to four friends to join the fun! Registration starts at 5 pm, and the hunt begins at 6 pm at the Letter Carrier’s Hall, 2301 St. Joseph Ave. Each player is $15, with a 5 person team maximum. Early bird sign-up $10; deadline June 25.

Christmas in July Sale – July 30 – We save the good stuff for one night of can’t-be-beat bargains in the Community Clothes Closet. For every $25 you spend, you’ll get $5 in Closet Cash for your next visit. The sale is scheduled for 4:30 to 7 p.m., 1203 N. 6th St.

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