1. The West Michigan community stepped up and raised nearly $130,000 for Kids Food Basket with the help of Free Beer And Hot Wings.
The radio crew from 97.9 GRD held a fill-the-basket radiothon last week to benefit the nonprofit that helps feed the young people in Kent, Allegan, Ottawa, and Muskegon Counties.
The inaugural event started as an idea more than four years ago, and now $129,942 will go toward providing 10,000 sack suppers to elementary school students daily.
If you want to learn more about Kids Food Basket, and how to give, donate or support, head to kidsfoodbasket.org.
2. It’s a unique fundraiser for the Salvation Army the second annual Sporting Clays event is coming up.
You don’t have to be an expert; all skill levels are welcome. The money raised will go to support Christmas Assistance and other year-round programs like the emergency food pantry, senior programs, housing …