A new initiative for the Hastings and Prince Edward United Way has exceeded expectations.
The Cars for Community fundraiser saw 25 dealerships from Hastings and Prince Edward area participate.
Director of Donor Relations Melanie Cressman explains how the imitative worked.
The campaign raised $28,070, announced at a barbecue at the United Way’s office on Harriet Street.
The participating dealerships in the United Way’s Cars for Community fundraiser with the final amount raised by the initiative. (Photo: Amanda Smith/Quinte News)
Brandi Hodge says the funds will go towards their 2019 campaign goal.
The Cars for Community initiative was brought to the United Way from someone within the automotive dealership sector and Cressman says they ran with it.
People can expect to see this fundraiser return again next year.
