Write a commentThe Children's Board of Oswego launched its 29th annual Poinsettia Sale during their October meeting.
Each year, members of the board sell and deliver an average of 450 of the popular Christmas potted plants. The poinsettia sale continues to be the largest fund raiser coordinated by the Children's Board, and makes up most of the groups budget.
"It is a popular fundraiser," said Melissa Schrader, event chairperson, "we are so grateful to our loyal supporters who anticipate the sale each year. The Board's 2018 goal is to raise $3,000 after costs." Schrader said the group will sell the plants in color choices of red or pink. They will be available in 6 and 8 inch pots. The plants will sell for $12.00 for the medium and $22.00 for the large.
The proceeds from this fundraiser will help the Children’s Board meet some of their anticipated goals for 2018-2019. Those goals include sponsoring a children’s performance at Harborfest 2019, bringing additional arts and culture opportunities into the community for our youth, continuing the monthly adoption of an identified family in need by supplying clothing and household items, sponsorship of an author visit and book give away, and offering a free skating event scheduled during the holiday vacation at SUNY Oswego. The Children's Board will continue to provide child-oriented tours through the Oswego Hospital, and facilitate the distribution of materials during Poison Prevention month. Scholarships for high school seniors graduating in 2019 will be offered with the proceeds as well.
To place a poinsettia order, contact any Children’s Board member, call Schrader at 315-532-3607 or email melissa.l.barcomb@gmail.com. Poinsettia orders will be taken until Tuesday, November 20th. Delivery/pickup of the plants will be held on December 7th. Donors can pick up their Poinsettia plants at the Oswego Elks Lodge on West Bridge St., between 10:00 am and 3:30 pm or orders can be delivered by members of the board.
For more information about the Children's Board or its programs, contact the Children's Board at oswegochildrensboard@gmail.com , visit our website at www.oswegochildrensboard.com or check us out on our Facebook Page.
