Colfax committee plans July 3 festivities to enhance community engagement and fundraising

The Colfax City Council meeting on April 18, 2025, highlighted plans for the upcoming July 3 celebration, spearheaded by a newly formed nonprofit committee. The committee, which includes members such as Aaron Newton and Harry Anderson, aims to enhance community engagement and fundraising efforts for the event, which will feature a parade, fireworks, and various family-friendly activities.

The committee is currently working under the umbrella of Railroad Days but plans to establish its own nonprofit for future events. This year's celebration will focus on unity and patriotism, leveraging the holiday spirit to bring the community together. The festivities are scheduled to run from 3 PM to 10 PM, with a range of activities including craft vendors, live music, and a kids' zone featuring games and contests.

To fund the fireworks and other event expenses, the committee is organizing monthly fundraisers leading up to the celebration. Notable events include a pizza fundraiser on January 17, where the Pizza Factory will donate 10% of all orders, and a soup cook-off on January 26 at Wrecking Crew Bakery, with all proceeds directed towards the fireworks show. The committee aims to lessen the financial burden on the city by engaging local businesses and charitable organizations for support.

Additionally, the committee is actively reaching out to surrounding communities to encourage participation and support. They are also working on a professional sponsorship package to attract funding from local businesses, aiming to improve upon last year's experience, which faced challenges but ultimately succeeded in fostering community spirit.

The meeting underscored the committee's commitment to creating a successful and inclusive event, with hopes of building on last year's achievements while minimizing past conflicts. The collaborative effort aims to ensure a memorable celebration for all residents and visitors.