In an effort to raise a whopping $2,000,000 for an annual fundraising campaign, Lycoming County United Way (LCUW) will hold a Centennial Kickoff Carnival on Thursday, September 1st.
The carnival will be held at New Trail Brewing Co. from 5-8 p.m. Proceeds from the event benefit United Way and its funded programs and partners. Funds raised will contribute to the overall goal of $2 million.
The carnival will feature a tank sponsored by The Brickyard Restaurant and The Stonehouse, a mobile hat toss area provided by Hatchet House and other games provided by Range Resources, SAFE Kids PA, Lycoming County Partner, PennDOT, Office of Lycoming County Coroner. and Susquehanna Valley CASA.
A local band, The Heartstrings, will provide entertainment. Free drinks will be offered to those who register and use social media QR codes at the event.
LCUW board members and friends of LCUW have also donated raffle prizes. Tickets will be sold at this event. Raffle prizes include a Yeti Tundra 45 Cooler, a Solo Yukon Stove and a Blackstone Griddle.
“Resourcing efforts over the past few years have been impacted by changes in workplace campaigns and the impact of COVID-19, but it has also impacted the need in our communities,” said Ron Frick, LCUW President. “We need to do more and we need the community’s help.” The 2021 annual campaign raised under $1 million for the first time in 40 years.
In previous years, LCUW ran a very formal campaign with volunteers and a campaign cabinet. “Our hope is that we can find a community leader willing to lead the effort and surround them with staff, board and volunteer community support,” Frick said.
Betsy Reichenbach, who leads the planning and execution of the kickoff carnival, said, “This is a way to have fun and celebrate our first 100 years as we launch our organization into the next century. We are grateful for the continued support of the community and our community partners.”
