(Michigan City, IN) - The amount of money for youth and neighborhoods raised from the Michigan City mayor’s 2nd Annual Charitable Gala exceeded last year’s six digit figure.
Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch said over $145,000 was raised through ticket sales and sponsorships for the event held Friday at Blue Chip Casino.
Over $100,000 was raised last year.
“I’m proud to announce that we’ve not only matched that momentum but we’ve surpassed it,” she said.
Over 25 youth serving organizations were the recipients of last year’s funding.
Deuitch said money from the gala this year will go toward things like playgrounds, community gardens, neighborhood contests, community clean-ups and youth initiatives.
“When we pour into our young people and invest in the places they call home, we’re building a more connected, empowered and beautiful Michigan City,” she said.
