Lawrenceburg Young Life Raises Over $31K in Month Long Campaign

Thursday, January 27th, 2022 9:58am

By Lawrenceburg Young Life, news release

Southeast Indiana businesses and local community members stepped up financially to invest in Lawrenceburg Young Life.

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(Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - During a recent fundraising campaign, Southeast Indiana businesses and local community members stepped up financially to invest in Lawrenceburg Young Life and teens in the community. Over $31,000 dollars was raised in just over 30 days, largely due to the generosity of a local small business owner offering a match donation and other businesses joining in.

Young Life committee chair, Sarah McMullen believes this is all part of living in a small town like Lawrenceburg, “The support shows that we have a community that wants to work together for a greater cause. That we care enough to invest in the next generation.”

Lawrenceburg Young Life, active locally for over 11 years also includes WyldLife at Greendale Middle School and soon, Young Life ONE which will be active at the Dearborn County Juvenile Detention Center. Believing that every kid deserves caring adults in their lives, volunteers with the Young Life work to build active and meaningful relationships with teens.

McMullen is excited about the work of Young Life volunteers and what the impact of the recent fundraising efforts and upcoming opportunities could mean for Lawrenceburg and surrounding areas. “We could expand into the South Dearborn school district and strongly step into the mission we have been called to at the detention center. Supporting an organization that cares about youth is one of the most impactful ways to positively impact a community.”

Upcoming fundraising events for Young Life in Lawrenceburg include a trivia night scheduled for Friday, Feb. 25 and the annual banquet in late April. For more information about Lawrenceburg Young Life or how to take part, visit lburg.younglife.org.

Events

Hillforest House Museum
Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest opens for tours today and hosts many special events throughout the season. Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest open NOW…Tuesday - Friday, 11 AM - 3 PM (last tour begins at 2:15 PM) and Saturday and Sunday, 1 - 5 PM (last tour begins at 4:15 PM). (Closed major holidays). Available for special events and teas!
24th May at Hillforest Victorian House Museum
D&D at the Library
Calling all adventurers! Join us to play 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. We offer a friendly, low-pressure environment for beginning players and veterans alike. Tell a story of sword and sorcery with your fellow players. We provide snacks and character sheets. Bring your own dice or borrow ours. Players under 18 need a signed release. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, at the Lawrenceburg Main Library café area. No need to register. Ages 16-35. Free.
24th May at Lawrenceburg Public Library District
Beginner's Crochet
Bring a size 4 worsted weight yarn (nothing that says soft) in a light color and a crochet hook size H or I. Start learning at any level of experience. Noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Lawrenceburg Main Library and Tuesday, May 24, at North Dearborn Branch Library. Register: 812-537-2775/637-0777. Adults. Free.
24th May at North Dearborn Branch Library