Local nonprofits and events highlighted in public comment; group requests support
Speakers described community events and fundraising: Put On The Pink organizers reported raising about $125,000 last year and sought support for the Oct. 9 event; the city’s Chili Cook Off and other events raised $15,000 for nonprofits in prior year.
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Several public commenters and staff highlighted community events and nonprofit fundraising. A speaker described the Mulberry Chili Cook Off and Car Show, saying the event generated about $15,000 for local nonprofits and attracted 80 cars. The founder of the Put On The Pink fundraiser said the event supports breast cancer patients with direct financial assistance and reported that the group donated about $125,000 last year; organizers asked the commission for support for the upcoming Oct. 9 event.
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