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People Helping People

Charity news from around the F.O.E.

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New Brighton, Minnesota - July 2023

New Brighton, MN. Auxiliary # 3718 celebrated their 46th Anniversary on May 6, by honoring charter members and Past Presidents. Also there to celebrate was State Madam President, Nancy Wadsworth. She chose Hope Chest for Breast Cancer as her charity, as she is a cancer survivor. Checks were presented to Nancy and director, Maureen Failor of Hope Chest. Pictured left to right, Becky Korsunsky, gambling manager giving $4,000.00, Nancy Wadsworth and on right Maureen Failor.

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Brainerd, Minnesota - August 2022

Brainerd Eagles #287 recently held a fundraiser for Camp UBU. The camp was in need of funds to support less fortunate children who requested to attend. The Eagles raised $1,612 during their event. Additionally, Eagle member Amanda Bachman, who also belongs to the Brainerd Lions, requested a donation for the event and was given a surprise check for $5,000 from the Lions to help the cause. The Qing for Communities barbecue fundraiser was supported by Super One foods and the Ugly Cheesecake Factory. Thanks go to  Shawn and Michelle Bailey for serving as the grill masters. Pictured, l to r, Trustees Keith Bachman and Bob Hannahs and bartender Dan Bachman. Also pictured is Bob Hannahs presenting the donation to Cathy Picek, Camp UBU Director.