Every spring, the Gilbert Plains Community Fund takes time to connect with the community and to award annual grants to a variety of community projects.
They also use it as an opportunity to celebrate and raise funds.
The Boots, Buckles, and Ballgowns Gala is this Saturday at the Richardson Pioneer Community Hall in Gilbert Plains. It starts at 8:00 p.m.
"Our committee is very excited. It's a great opportunity to showcase the various projects that will be supported for the upcoming year," said Charlene Gulak, committee member. "This year, we are pleased to grant back $22,672.00 to various community projects."
Since 2008, the Gilbert Plains Community Fund has granted the community more than $152,000, with the $22,672 given back this year marking the most in a single year.
Gulak says giving back to projects within the community is very meaningful.
"It's very special, exceptional in terms of the variety and scope of projects that we have been able to support," continued Gulak.
On top of giving back more than $22,000 to community projects, they will allocate funds to the Gilbert Plains Personal Care Fund. With the theme being Boots, Buckles, and Ballgowns, you're encouraged to come dressed for the part and expect to have a blast.
There will be a nacho bar.
"We'll have a contest that evening to award some of the most creative outfits," ended Gulak. "We have a ton of amazing prizes that will be raffled or auctioned off. The nacho bar is going to be new for us and a lot of fun."
Tickets are $35 per person and can be picked up at Gilbert Plains Fusion Credit Union and Paziuk's Family Food.
