Published September 22, 2009, 07:59 AM
Aided by recent donations — including a notable gift from Gene and Lorraine Hamaker of Mitchell — the Mitchell organization has received “positive responses” throughout the community during the drive, said Jean Koehler, the group’s president. At present, it has raised $130,000 — a figure that includes a $40,000 gift from the Hamakers.
Charitable foundation nearing fundraising goal
The Mitchell Area Charitable Foundation is on pace to raise $200,000 by the end of the year and is optimistic it can land an additional monetary gift from the South Dakota Community Foundation.Aided by recent donations — including a notable gift from Gene and Lorraine Hamaker of Mitchell — the Mitchell organization has received “positive responses” throughout the community during the drive, said Jean Koehler, the group’s president. At present, it has raised $130,000 — a figure that includes a $40,000 gift from the Hamakers.
By: Korrie Wenzel, The Daily Republic
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