“This year’s show was another great success,” said one organizer. “Even with the heat, the community came out strong, and we’re proud to support these groups doing meaningful work.” Among the non-profits receiving funds was the Veterans Food Pantry of Northwest Ohio, Warriors Way, Spread the Love, The Love Luggage Project, Westgate Angels, All Star Pet Rescue, Soldiers of Honor, and The Arc of Lima.
The pandemic has left a lot of uncertainly in the world, including for organizations that are there to help during uncertain times.
Non-profits have always been there to support their communities and causes, but to do that they need to hold fundraisers. With the new normal of social distancing and gathering restrictions, most fundraisers were canceled or had to be modified to be virtual or drive thru. Economists say the situation became the perfect storm with less funds coming in and more demand for their help. But after the pandemic subsides, they believe that non-profits will still be hurting because people will be a little more cautious with their money.
Lima fire fighters are doing their part to help out local non-profit organizations.
