Eatonia Donor’s Choice raises $26,830!

By Joan Janzen

Eatonia’s Donor’s Choice managed raised an astounding $26,830 in their 2024 campaign, and $14,335 of that amount will remain right in their community. Belva Martin, chair of the committee, was pleased to announce they had exceeded last year’s amount of $23,095.

“It’s amazing, especially during a year of economic challenges for so many people,” Belva said. The organization is very dear to her, as well as to her fellow committee members - Bev Dahl, Sharon Price, and Debbie Kroeber.

Throughout the month of October, 2024, donors filled out pledge forms, designating funds to be directed to over 28 organizations, charities and non-profits. People donating enjoyed the advantage of having their giving encompassed in one charitable receipt.

“This year we had just wrapped up the campaign and had the cheques ready to mail when the postal strike began,” Belva explained. “Now some of those cheques are just going out in the mail.”

All the supporters, including Eatonia Agencies, the Town of Eatonia and Prairie Centre Credit Union helped make this year’s campaign a success. “It was overwhelming when the totals came in,” Belva recalled. “This community is very generous, both in donations and volunteerism.”