Successful Bingo Fundraising!

Reported by Purie Ancheta

The Bingo for Charity event took place on April 6, 2025 at the Philippine Community Center from 1:00 to 5:30 PM.  The $20 entrance fee included food and drinks, with bingo cards costing $1 for five regular games and $10 for six big prize games.  Exceeding attendance expectations, attendees enjoyed a variety of prizes, surprises, and food options. Thanks to everyone’s support, the event was highly successful. Philip Reyes donated photos for the website, Carmen dela Torre sold cards, Purie Ancheta collected money, Joe Maccherone started calling balls, followed by Jerry Ancheta, and Annabelle Maccherone called for the final big prizes. The event fostered camaraderie among participants.  Special thanks to Senior Citizens and donors for their contributions.   Everyone enjoyed it, and we will do it again as requested.

A total of $1,582 was raised, consisting of $680 from cash donations, $342 from card sales, and $560 from attendee contributions. The expenses included $165 for bingo cards and balls, and $114 for soda, chips, and hoagies. Prize baskets and food items were donated. Consequently, the net amount generated was $1,303

📸: Philip Reyes