Sheldon, Iowa — A little bit less was donated to the 2016 Sheldon United Fund drive this past week, but donations are on track for the goal.
The drive continues through the rest of the year. The goal this year is $31,000.
The fund drive is now 31% finished. The funds are at about 40% of goal, at $12,310. Over $18,000 has yet to be raised. To finish on goal, the drive now needs to average about $2150 per week through the rest of the year. In the last week, donors gave $1075.
Contributions to any or all of the organizations served by the Sheldon United Fund may be left at any of the four Sheldon banks, or you can also send them to PO Box 41, Sheldon, IA 51201. Explanations of the organizations are also available at the banks.
Each week we’re mentioning a few of the organizations that can benefit from your donations. This time the list includes:
- Lutheran Services In Iowa
- Meals on Wheels
- Noah’s Ark Preschool
- Family Life Awareness Council
- Prairie Arts Council
The United Fund will be assisting 25 different organizations in Sheldon and the surrounding communities this year, and they thank you for your contribution.
