Sherman, TX
- Attendees were treated to dining and entertainment at the annual Bras for a
Cause fundraising event Saturday evening at North Texas Regional Airport —
Perrin Field. As the largest Women Rock fundraiser, the event included both
live and silent auctions.Volunteer
Women Rock board member and breast cancer survivor Michelle Honeycutt said even
small donations make a big difference for the organization. www.fundraising-ideas.org
Jackson, TN
— Cardboard boat designers came together to test their skills and raise
money for a good cause.The Dream
Center’s cardboard boat regatta took place at the Lift Center pool in downtown
Jackson.Boaters competed for more than
15 trophies including fastest boat, most creative and most people in a boat.Organizers say even though it is a
fundraiser, it’s also a great way to come together as a community. www.fundraising-ideas.org
Powell River, BC
- Stylists at Afterglow Hair Lounge have set a specific day aside in order to
give back to their community with a fundraiser.During regular business hours on Wednesday, four stylists will be to
offer haircuts at a charity Cut-a-Thon for a minimum $25 donation. All proceeds
from the event will be donated to Grace House.www.fundraising-ideas.org
Baton Rouge, LA
- Baton Rouge Community College and the BRCC Foundation are gearing up for a
gala fundraising event to benefit students. The event titled "Chancellor's Evening
with Ailey II" is set for November 5th at the Magnolia Performing Arts
Pavilion. Guests can enjoy an artistic performance from
the Ailey II dance company. Proceeds from the event will
provide financial assistance for students. www.fundraising-ideas.org
Tuscaloosa,
AL - On Monday, Graniterock‘s
A.R.Wilson Quarry held its 10th annual Rock and Run 5K run/walk fundraising
event, raising $20,000 for Aromas School and offering the community an up close
look at mining. Graniterock CEO Tom Squeri and Quarry Manager Peter Lemon said
they were happy to continue with the fundraising efforts for the school and
community. www.fundraising-ideas.org
Peterborough,
NH - People dressed in pink gathered in Depot Square on
Sunday for a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. The fundraising event
brought in more than $29,000 in donations toward a $45,000 goal. About 100
people, most of them cancer survivors, participated in the fundraising event. www.fundraising-ideas.org