Mayor's Youth Council launching fundraising campaign
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)—Monday, the Mayor's Youth Council announced their launch of its new fundraising campaign.
The campaign will be run through the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority's (IHCDA) CreatINg Places program. The campaign is set to run from Wednesday, February 12, through March 28. The fundraising is in an attempt to create an accessible playground in the city-owned Coy Park on the northside of Terre Haute. Through the partnership with the IHCDA, if the council can reach its fundraising goal of $35,000 the IHCDA will match it.
'We are thrilled to be part of the CreatINg Places and MCMV programs,' said Brandon Sakbun, Mayor of Terre Haute. 'This fundraising effort represents a fantastic opportunity for our young leaders to make a lasting difference in our community. The Mayor's Youth Council gives students in the Vigo County School Corporation firsthand experience in municipal government and leadership opportunities.'
Citizens and businesses in Terre Haute are being encouraged to donate to the fundraiser to help fund park improvements in an area of town that could benefit from the revitalization. Those renovations include, a 'sensory dome' accessible playground structure, a see-saw, swings, and more. To donate or learn more about the campaign visit this link or scan the QR code below. This initiative is part of the My Community, My Vision program that empowers youth to engage in civic leadership and community development.
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