Tyler Beale was the winner of a Fender Acoustic Guitar pack in the Effingham Community Orchestra annual fundraising raffle. Orchestra musicians and volunteer sold the tickets in September through November last year promoting their ninth annual Holiday Concert and Homemade Cookie Sale. The winning ticket was drawn at the end of the concert in December.
Effingham Community Orchestra is a non-profit, 501(c)3, tax-deductible organization dependent entirely upon donations and fundraisers.
“Drawing the winning ticket at the Holiday Concert adds another fun and festive element to the day,” Orchestrat Director Andrea Huff said. “The fundraising raffle is a very important source of income for our Orchestra.
“We greatly appreciate all those who supported us with the purchase of tickets.”
2016 Orchestra rehearsals have begun, and additional musicians are being accepted. Information can be found by visiting the web site www.effinghamcommunityorchestra.org. All interested musicians are encouraged to contact the director by calling 912-826-5300 ext. 110 or emailing orchestradirector@effinghamcommunityorchestra.org.