- April 25, 2024
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A local Prince of Peace group will begin its largest charity drive Feb. 27.
BY EMILY BLACKWOOD | STAFF WRITER
A small donation outside of your local supermarket could make a big impact.
The Knights of Columbus Prince of Peace Council 8791 Annual Citizens with Disabilities Tootsie Roll Drive kicks off Feb. 27 with 90% of its proceeds benefiting local schools and organizations that help people with intellectual disabilities.
Last year, the group raised $4,200 for the ARC of Volusia and special-education programs at five Ormond Beach schools. The remainder was donated into a statewide fund to help the disabled residents who live and work on their own.
“Through the efforts of our council members and the generosity of area residents and visitors, we look forward again this year to be able to raise much-needed funds to help local students and citizens with learning and intellectual challenges,” John Malafronte, grand knight of council 8791, said in a press release. “We would also like to thank our cooperating merchants who give us access to their storefronts: Publix, Wal-Mart and Winn-Dixie.”
The group will be collecting money until Mar. 29.
