Posted on March 5, 2019
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI
More than $500 was raised at the first Freezin’ for a Reason fundraiser in North Judson.
During her report at Monday night’s meeting, Town Marshall Kelly Fisher thanked the members of the fire department and town council as well as everyone else who participated by jumping into the chilly water. She said a total of $505 was raised during the event.
That money will be used to purchase hats, gloves and boots for children in need. Marshal Fisher said she’s coordinating with the same store they utilize for Shop with Cop to buy the winter apparel since they always provide a good discount.
After all the items are obtained, a distribution date will be set and then local families can come to pick up the clothing from the Police Department.
Marshal Fisher said that the Department plans to hold an event like this each year in order to raise funds for various needs within the community.
Click the following link to see more photos by NJ Town Photographer Peggy Bohac from the 2019 Freezin’ for a Reason Event.
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Thursday, January 31, 2019
North Judson “Freezin’ for a Reason” Fundraiser Will Help Bring Winter Apparel to Kids in Need
Posted on January 31, 2019
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI
Some North Judson officials and local emergency personnel will be “Freezin’ for a Reason” next month, with a special fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, February 23rd.
At the North Judson Town Council’s second meeting of the month, Town Marshal Kelly Fisher shared plans for a fundraiser that would help collect funds to purchase boots, hats and gloves for kids in need.
The event would involve police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel and even some town council members jumping into a container filled with icy water.
If someone from the community would like to jump in as well, they can provide a $20 to participate. Fisher said there will also be another way for residents to play a part in the event.
She mentioned, “I think what we’ll do is if the public wants to participate and bring in a tray of ice cubes and put them in the water to kind of add to it, we’ll do that.”
Fisher noted that they will have an ambulance on site in order to ensure no one is in any danger, should they feel they’re getting too cold for comfort.
All monetary donations will go towards purchasing the apparel mentioned above. However, citizens are also welcome to bring in those items in lieu of a cash contribution.
The Police Department will hold a distribution day at their station sometime after the fundraiser so kids can come in to pick up the donated winter-wear.
Marshal Fisher said this is the first year they’re doing a fundraiser like this, but she hopes it can become an annual tradition where they raise money for various local needs.
If you have any questions, contact event organizers through the NJPD Facebook page or call 574-772-5914.
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI
Some North Judson officials and local emergency personnel will be “Freezin’ for a Reason” next month, with a special fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, February 23rd.
At the North Judson Town Council’s second meeting of the month, Town Marshal Kelly Fisher shared plans for a fundraiser that would help collect funds to purchase boots, hats and gloves for kids in need.
The event would involve police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel and even some town council members jumping into a container filled with icy water.
If someone from the community would like to jump in as well, they can provide a $20 to participate. Fisher said there will also be another way for residents to play a part in the event.
She mentioned, “I think what we’ll do is if the public wants to participate and bring in a tray of ice cubes and put them in the water to kind of add to it, we’ll do that.”
Fisher noted that they will have an ambulance on site in order to ensure no one is in any danger, should they feel they’re getting too cold for comfort.
All monetary donations will go towards purchasing the apparel mentioned above. However, citizens are also welcome to bring in those items in lieu of a cash contribution.
The Police Department will hold a distribution day at their station sometime after the fundraiser so kids can come in to pick up the donated winter-wear.
Marshal Fisher said this is the first year they’re doing a fundraiser like this, but she hopes it can become an annual tradition where they raise money for various local needs.
If you have any questions, contact event organizers through the NJPD Facebook page or call 574-772-5914.
Friday, January 25, 2019
NJ Police Officers and Firefighters will be ‘Freezing for a Reason’ this February
She explained, “It’ll be a fundraiser. I think what we’ll do is if the public wants to participate and bring in a tray of ice cubes for a dollar and put them in the water to kind of add to it, we’ll do that.”
In addition to being able to add ice to the chilly water for a $1.00, community members are also welcome to provide a donation to be able to participate.
The funds collected will go to provide boots, hats and gloves to local kids in need. The event is entitled ‘Freezin’ for a Reason‘ and has been scheduled for Saturday, February 23rd.
Any questions can be directed to the North Judson Police Department through their Facebook page or by calling 574-772-5914.
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