The Huron Valley Optimist Club is proud to announce an exciting partnership with Special Olympics to raise much-needed funds for Blessings in a Backpack-Huron Valley, an organization dedicated to providing food to needy children. This partnership aims to further the mission of Blessings in a Backpack, which currently serves an incredible 1,016 children per week. With the support of generous donors, this initiative will help ensure that these children have access to nutritious meals, especially over the weekends when school meal programs are unavailable.
The Raffle: A Year of Support for a Great Cause
To support this initiative, the Huron Valley Optimists are offering a $20 raffle ticket for an entire year—365 days—throughout 2025. These tickets offer a unique opportunity to help make a real difference in the lives of local children while also entering for a chance to win some exciting prizes. It’s a win-win situation—your donation goes directly to Blessings in a Backpack-Huron Valley, and you might walk away with a prize!
Whether you purchase one ticket or several, every contribution counts. Plus, these raffle tickets are a fantastic way to show support for the community, especially during the holiday season. They also make thoughtful gifts for employees, colleagues, or anyone who wants to give back in a meaningful way.
How to Get Your Raffle Tickets
Getting your raffle tickets is easy! Simply text 248-408-2649 to purchase your ticket(s). Whether you’d like one, two, or even three (or more!), your support will make a big impact on the lives of children in the Huron Valley area. And remember, each $20 ticket is good for 365 days—so you’ll be supporting the cause all year long.
Blessings in a Backpack-Huron Valley: Serving 1,016 Children Per Week
Thanks to the generosity of community members and organizations like the Huron Valley Optimists and Special Olympics, Blessings in a Backpack-Huron Valley can provide food for over 1,000 children each week. By sending home backpacks filled with nutritious meals on Fridays, they help ensure that children have access to food over the weekend. With many families facing economic challenges, this program plays a crucial role in preventing hunger and helping children start the school week ready to learn and grow.
As the program continues to expand, it relies on the generosity of the community to meet the increasing need. Your support through the raffle will help Blessings in a Backpack-Huron Valley maintain its vital mission of feeding children in need.
Get Involved and Make a Difference
Now is the time to get involved and make a difference in the lives of local children. With just a small donation of $20, you can have an impact that lasts an entire year. Whether you’re buying a ticket for yourself, your family, or as a gift, you’re helping to ensure that children in Huron Valley receive the meals they need to thrive.
Join the Huron Valley Optimists and Special Olympics in supporting Blessings in a Backpack-Huron Valley and help make 2025 a year of kindness, compassion, and community. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to give back—text 248-408-2649 today to purchase your tickets!
Together, We Can Make a Big Difference
The Huron Valley Optimists and Special Olympics are committed to making a lasting impact on the community, and with your support, we can help Blessings in a Backpack-Huron Valley continue to provide for those in need. Every raffle ticket purchased brings us one step closer to ensuring that no child in Huron Valley goes hungry.
So, don’t wait—get your tickets today and be a part of something truly special!
