Saltdogs Fans Raise Nearly $2,300 for Food Bank of Lincoln
June 20, 2012 - American Association (AA)
Lincoln Saltdogs News Release
LINCOLN - Saltdogs fans and local restaurants each chipped in Monday night at Haymarket Park to raise $2,281 for Food Bank of Lincoln as part of the inaugural Saltdogs Fan Feast.
Various local restaurants set up booths where 'Dogs fans could purchase food samples for $1. All proceeds went to the Food Bank to help alleviate hunger in Southeast Nebraska.
"We'd like to thank all of the sponsors and all of the fans for coming out to support this event in a big way," said Toby Antonson, Saltdogs Director of Ticketing. "It was a great night, we received tremendous support and this should go a long way toward helping the Food Bank of Lincoln."
Local restaurants that participated included: Brix & Stone; Cappy's; Cupcakes & More; Dickey's Barbecue Pit; Greenfield's Cafe; Olive Garden; Runza; Raising Canes and Texas Roadhouse.
The Food Bank of Lincoln has been committed to alleviating hunger since 1982. For more ways to get involved, visit www.lincolnfoodbank.org.
June 20 the 'Dogs will conclude the three-game series with the St. Paul Saints with Cappy's Wing Wednesday and Dance Night. For ticket information please call 402-474-2255 or visit www.saltdogs.com.
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