Evangel University holds big sale to fund scholarships, projects
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Evangel University Advocates' Colossal Sale returns this year in May.
The Colossal Sale will be held in the Mabee Fitness Center on Evangel's campus. The event will span four days and be open to the public:
Wednesday, May 14, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday, May 15, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday, May 16, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 17, 9 a.m. – noon
Items for sale include clothing, appliances, jewelry, books, office items, toys, furniture and more. Saturday is Bag Sale Day, in which shoppers will be able to fill a provided bag for $7.
Proceeds from the sale benefit university scholarships and academic and departmental projects.
Evangel Advocates are also accepting item donations from the public from May 5 to May 9 at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For questions related to the Colossal Sale, please email advocates@evangel.edu or call or text Jeanine Bartels at 417.631.7052.
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