There is only a week and a half remaining for your chance to win a half beef or whole hog in the Smoky River Regional Food Bank Society’s fundraiser.
The food bank is holding the raffle to raise money to help fill its shelves to provide food for the less fortunate.
“Our donations for food are down, and we realize people are having a harder time paying for their own necessities,” explains Crystal Tremblay.
“The raffle was brought to fruition because it’s nice to be able to win food that can help decrease costs and still be able to help the food bank,” she adds.
Tremblay says they are aiming at selling 2,000 tickets, so purchasers have a high chance of winning one of the three prizes. Top prize is a half-beef cut and wrapped, second prize is a whole hog cut and wrapped, and third place is a Giant Meat Box (with assorted meats).
“This will help our food bank because all proceeds will go to filling our food bank shelves,” says Tremblay.
“We’re also accepting donations of all non-perishable items, sanitary products, hygiene products, and diapers and baby supplies.”
The draw date is Aug. 1. Tremblay says tickets can be purchased at the Smoky River FCSS office in Falher, by visiting their Facebook page and clicking on the link or using the QR code on posters that are throughout the area.
“We’re low on just about everything in our food bank,” says Tremblay.
“We try to keep a supply on our shelves of everything but it’s scarce. Canned proteins, canned vegetables, soups and stews, and fruits are really the main items we need,” she adds.
Many tickets are left to be purchased, and they are just $5 each.
Emily Plihal
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