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Hess Fest organizers report record turnout and larger fundraising haul for pediatric cancer and veterans
Summary
Organizer Mike Hess said Hess Fest drew more than 1,000 attendees, generated about $74,000 in income and $29,000 in sponsorships, and distributed in excess of $16,000 to each of two beneficiary organizations; council praised the event’s community and charitable impacts.
Mike Hess presented a detailed financial and program report on Hess Fest at the Oct. 15 council meeting, describing the event’s operations, sponsorships and charitable outcomes.
Hess reported that the festival, held Aug. 9 at Portwood Pier Plaza, attracted just over 1,000 attendees — the largest turnout to date — and increased funds raised by…
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