BEDFORD – The Knights of Columbus Council 1166 would like to thank the many individuals, businesses, and groups that supported its 46th annual Tootsie Roll Drive.
“Thanks to your generosity, over $26,000 was raised to help local children and adults who have intellectual and developmental disabilities,” said Greg Stanley, Knights of Columbus Council 1166
Tootsie Roll Drive Chairman.
Funds raised during this year’s drive will support Lawrence County Special Olympics, Lawrence County Arc, North Lawrence Community Schools, Mitchell Community Schools, St. Vincent de Paul School, Lawrence County Independent Schools, and Springville Community Academy.
“Special thanks to Walmart, Rural King, Rulers in Mitchell, Johnny Junxions, and Price Less IGA for allowing
us to accept donations at the entrance to their establishments, ” added Stanley. “Thanks also to the many volunteers who worked at the collection sites. What an awesome community we have!”
