Well, the big event is finally over. It seems that I have thought about this event for months, so my mind is unsure of what to do with the "spare" time! It was a lot of work, but we are pleased with the final results. Around 70 people attended (and so many volunteered!). I think everyone enjoyed themselves. Word on the "street" was that the food was yummy. That makes this cook very happy! It was fun to watch the bidding wars on the 35 auction items that we had! Some of the ladies were "cut throats"! I loved the laughter and good natured rivalry--all for a good cause.
After the dust all cleared and expenses were subtracted, we made $2700! Not.too.shabby. =) That amount brings our funds to $12,560...and puts us at over 1/2 of our goal of $25,000!! Go God! (check out the fundraising thermometer to the right of this article. I love watching it go up!) We are very grateful. Thank you to everyone who lent us roasters, donated auction items, helped set up/serve/tear down, and attended ...without you, this would not have been possible. THANK YOU!!
And since we prepared for 200 people and 70 came, we had LOTS of food left over. We were able to donate the left overs to the Men's Shelter in Newport News. Nothing was wasted! We were blessed and able to be a blessing too. =)
Oh yeah, I heard a few people say that they were unable to come to the event but wanted to donate. There is a Paypal link at the top of our blog too!. =)
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