For the second year in a row teenage members of the Sedro-Woolley Boys & Girls Club raised money and fed hungry shoppers with a hot dog barbecue in the parking lot of True Value. The barbecue was held as part of True Value’s Anniversary Sale. All the supplies, from hot dogs to napkins, were donated by True Value while the barbecue itself was run by members of the Sedro-Woolley Teen Center.
“It was a lot of fun and it makes me happy to be able to help The Club I’ve gone to for so long” said 15 year old Kindred Marden, who has been a member since he was 8 years old. “I also enjoy how activities like this let us be out in the community. I’m very grateful to True Value for the opportunity.” Kindred is the current President of Keystone Club, a community service program in the Teen Center.
The fundraiser was completely donation based and raised over $350. All the money raised will be used to help fund the Sedro-Woolley Teen Center and its programs.
“We’re definitely proud to provide a fundraising opportunity to the Boys & Girls Club” said Adrian Arias, store manager of True Value. “Thanks to the community for supporting the fundraiser, without them it doesn’t happen.”
Keystone is the Boys & Girls Club’s service learning program for teens from ages 14 to 18. This leadership development program provides opportunities for young people in three focus areas: Academic Success, Career Preparation and Community Service.