Nine teams competed in the annual “CANstruct” promotion at the East Hills Mall, building “habitats” out of non-perishable food items.

Participants raised nearly ten thousand dollars for community food pantries and St Joseph Habitat for Humanity.

Spectators voted for their favorite “CANstruction” by placing money into their team’s voting bucket.

Sara Lee won the People’s Choice award this year, raising $2,125.

Competitors included Eagle Radio, the Eastside Rotary Club, Heartland Health, Sara Lee, Grace Evangelical Church, St. Joseph Metro Chamber Diplomats Club, Sam’s Club, Wal-Mart North and Wal-Mart South.