The Stoughton Credit Union and its Kisbey branch held their annual barbecues on June 20 and 21.
Each year organizations can submit a form to the bank and explain why they felt their organization needed the funds. They are asked what events they have planned, how the funds would be used and how the credit union would be recognized for their contribution.
Although the organization does not need to be a member, members are given preference. The rules are simple and straightforward to apply.
An organization is selected in Stoughton and another is picked in Kisbey to receive funds from the barbecues, and the credit union will match the amount up to $1,500.
This year the New Hope Lodge Auxiliary was selected for Stoughton. They provide a great deal of services and events for the New Hope Pioneer Lodge. They also purchase equipment for the lodge.
In Kisbey, the organization that was chosen was the Kisbey Recreational Centre. They too offer a great deal for their small, rural community.
A total of 280 burgers and 50 hotdogs were served at the two locations.
With the generous donations given by both communities and surrounding areas, this event was very successful with the bank coming very close to their maximum on the donations.
Stoughton raised $1,409.25 through the barbecue, and with the bank matching this amount the auxiliary received $2,818.50.
Kisbey surpassed Stoughton by raising $1,426, bringing their grand total for the Kisbey Rec. Centre to $2,852.
At both locations the game Plinko was present for guests to play and have the chance to win Stoughton Credit Union merchandise.
If an organization missed out on this chance to be selected for their cause, it will be available for 2024.
