Fundraising Event Planned for Little Ponderosa Zoo and Rescue

Clinton, TN - Several fundraising events are planned for the Little Ponderosa Zoo and Rescue, including a memorial service Saturday for the animals who died in the Dec. 4 fire. People are invited to come to the Clinton zoo for a noon memorial service on Saturday.  The memorial will be followed by a white dove release and a temporary re-opening of the zoo. Prior to the noon memorial service, there will be a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser from 8 to 10 a.m. at Longhorn Steakhouse.  www.fundraising-ideas..org 

"Stepping UP for Sunshine" Fundraiser on New Year's Eve

Darby, MT - “Stepping UP for Sunshine” is a semi-formal New Year’s Eve Prime Rib fundraising dinner and dance at the Darby Clubhouse to raise funds and community spirit for Darby graduate Jake “Sunshine” Sanders in his battle against lymphoma.  Music for the New Year’s Eve event will be provided by Jim Pearson, who volunteered his services. Auction items include a two-night cabin rental at the Stock Farm Club, a fly fishing trip with Montana Hunting and Fishing Adventures with the Bitterroot Fly Company, lift tickets to Lost Trail Powder Mountain, a two-night cabin rental at Corber Cabins, jewelry, art work, and other products.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

The West Texas North Pole Village Proves to be a Successful Fundraiser

Odessa, TX  - The West Texas North Pole Village raised around $50,000 during its first year open, which was used to provide toys and Christmas dinners to families in need around the Permian Basin.  “This was our first year it was extremely successful and I think it will just grow every year that we have it and we’ll be back again bigger and better next year,” said Dr. Ann Wills of the Emergency Care Clinic, who helped organize the fundraising event.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Legendary Chef Leah Chase to Celebrate 95th Birthday with Fundraising Event

New Orleans, LA -- Legendary chef and restaurateuse Leah Chase of Dooky Chase Restaurant is just days away from celebrating her 95th birthday.  She's got a big party and fundraising event planned, at 95 years old, Chase says the only thing she needs to celebrate is helping others.  Chef Chase's 95th birthday celebration, benefiting the Leah Chase Family Foundation, is set for next Saturday at the Hyatt Regency.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Dine Out Fundraising Campaing a Huge Success for United Way of Sampson County

Clinton, NC - The United Way of Sampson County is well on its way to reaching this year’s fundraising goal, with this year’s Dine Out event proving to be a huge success.  “We’ve currently raised 90 percent of our $175,000 goal,” said Nancy Carr, executive director for the United Way. “Everyone has been so generous and we are very thankful for the community, the businesses, individuals, everyone who has made this possible. All of our employee campaigns were very successful this year and we’re just appreciative.”  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Fundraising Evening at Restaurant for Local Hospital

Somerset, England - In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Junior Poon in Hill Road held a fundraising evening in support of North Somerset Community Hospital.  Alongside contributions made by owners Junior and Rena, the restaurant hosted a raffle and auction to raise £5,430.  Junior said: “There were a few sleepless nights, lots of hard work and effort put into organizing the evening.  The amount raised exceeds our expectation. We are overwhelmed with the support we received from everyone.”  www.fundraising-ideas.org