NEWS RELEASE:

The Rotary Club of Bucyrus is seeking applicants to partner in the 2018 Auctionfest, it was announced by Terry Gernert and Virginia Hammontree, Auctionfest Co-Chairpersons.

Through Auctionfest, the Rotary Club provides a fun-filled venue for a successful fundraising opportunity.  A four-course dinner is served prior to the exciting and entertaining evening auction.  Past groups have received substantial financial benefit resulting from their partnership effort.

Rotary first partnered with other non-profit groups in 2002.  Since its inception, over $521,515 has been raised and reinvested in the surrounding area.  The Rotary Club’s share of approximately $177,310 has been returned to the Bucyrus community in support of programs and services.  The remaining $344,205 went to the partner groups for their designated projects.

The deadline to make application for the 2018 Auctionfest is Oct. 12.  Additional information in making application for your non-profit organization can be obtained by contacting either Co-Chairperson: Terry Gernert at 419-562-4075 (daytime) or 419-562-7239 (evening) or Virginia Hammontree at 419-689-9555.