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Cornhole tournament raises over $2,100 plus canned good for mission

Writer's picture: Ron GiofuRon Giofu
Mission director acceots cheque from fundraiser.
Natasha Kitka and Megan Veldhuis from the Blonde Coach Bar donated money.

A local cornhole tournament has raised some bucks for the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission.


The mission received over $2,000 and a large donation of non-perishable food items thanks to “The Coach’s Cornhole” tournament. That event, held June 23 at a Texas Road property, was hosted by the Blonde Coach Bar and owners Megan Veldhuis and Natasha Kitka.


Veldhuis said they were happy with the overall amount they were able to donate to the mission in what was their first-ever cornhole tournament. The donation was made last week at the mission.


“We are excited to it again next year,” said Veldhuis.


Kitka added they appreciate the help of those who those who assisted in putting the event on. There were 60 players making up the 30 teams that were entered into the tournament.


Vendors, such as the The Hub food trailer, also helped out by donating their tips to the mission as did the bartenders.


“It was a really fun community event,” said Veldhuis.


Veldhuis and Kitka thanked those who sponsored prizes for The Coach’s Cornhole tournament.


“Some people came out just to have a drink and show their support,” stated Kitka.


In addition to the players, Kitka and Veldhuis estimated they probably had approximately 80-100 people on the Texas Road property.


“We’re really grateful for the donation,” said Tim McAllister, president of the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission.


McAllister added he stopped by the cornhole tournament and was impressed with what he saw.


“The turnout was great,” said McAllister. “The mission is thankful for all of the support.”

Cornhole tournament raises over $2,100 plus canned good for mission

By Ron Giofu

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