SOUPer Bowl Successful for Local Nonprofit
Nearly two dozen Armstrong High School STUCO and LEO Club students hosted the SOUPer Bowl luncheon during the weekend to raise money for local non-profit Beth’s Birthdays. With all the money raised, the nonprofit will be able to apply for 501c3 registration. (submitted photo)
by Jonathan Weaver
Sunday’s combined frigid and snowy weather made for a successful effort to raise money for a local nonprofit.
Beth’s Birthdays - a nonprofit organization dedicated to granting birthday parties to boys and girls turning ages six to 12 whose lives have been recently interrupted by a life circumstance - hosted a SOUPer Bowl from 11AM-1PM January 29 and was able to reach their goal, Co-founder and Ambassador Emily Fritz said.
“We had an amazing day. We had over 120 people come through the door – including kids,” Fritz said. “We were raising funds toward our 501(c)3 registration. We were able to raise $1,000, and with the funds we already have in the bank, we will be able to apply for that registration.
“It’s an important step in being a nonprofit because we’ll be able to give that tax benefit back to our future donors.”
Fritz, a West Shamokin High graduate, thanked Armstrong High School STUCO and LEO Club students and their advisors who volunteered during the SOUPer Bowl – calling all who helped “remarkable.”
“They did a fantastic job putting it all together, getting soups donated, volunteering, serving, interacting with the guests…they were absolutely on top of their game and completely inspiring to (Fritz and co-founder Kelly Stover),” Fritz said.
STUCO and LEO Club Co-Advisor Erin Burkett said students and their families donated 10 different soups - such as chili, vegetable, broccoli cheddar and potato. She also called the fundraiser “very successful.”
“We have amazing kids in both organizations. These kids never hesitate to go the extra mile,” Burkett said. “Anything that is offered or requests our help, they jump on board. These kids deserve to be recognized because they’re fantastic teenagers.”
Children were also able to color at a football-themed coloring station Sunday.
In their nonprofit, Fritz and Stover believe that a birthday party can help a child gain more self-confidence, feel more social and be more thankful. It can also mark a time of joy – and sometimes even healing – for families who have experienced bumps along the road.
Parties are awarded based on an application process but are not based on income.
Armstrong School District, Local News | jweaver February 1, 2017
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