The second annual Capital One Race for Kids has raised $21,670 in the Battlefords.
That total was announced Monday in a news release from the organizers of the event, the Battlefords Boys and Girls Club.
The race took place Saturday in North Battleford. A total of 12 teams of four individuals each took part in the event, wearing outlandish costumes and racing to compete 10 different challenges held throughout the community.
The individual who raised the most money by 11:59:59 p.m. June 3rd was Mitch Phillips, raising a total of $1,945. He won a WestJet voucher for two to any WestJet destination.
The second top fundraiser was Britney Baker whose total was $1,102. She was awarded a barbecue provided by Home Hardware Building Centre.
Funds raised stay in the community and go towards the Battlefords Boys and Girls Club. Other Race for Kids events are being held in communities across the country to raise money for their local clubs.
“Once again, the community of North Battleford showed their support for the Battlefords Boys and Girls Club” says Nicole Combres, executive director.
“We are beyond grateful for all those who participated including our racers, volunteers, local donors and our national sponsors. Because of the community’s commitment to our organization, we are able to continue providing high quality programs and services to the children and youth of the Battlefords. Great futures really do start here!”
