(Quad Cities, IA) – Brew Ha Ha, an award-winning beer festival, is a local favorite for young professionals. But it’s not all about the beer. It’s about giving back to the community too. In addition to being one of the largest volunteer run festivals in the QC, it also gives funds significant projects like the Jaycees Santa project.
“As young professionals, the Jaycees promotes leadership, volunteerism and charity. This is just the part of the hard work we do in the community,” said President Jennifer Kincaid.
What: Donation Presentation
When: Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 3:00 p.m.
Where: Humility of Mary Housing, 3805 Mississippi Ave, Davenport
Humility of Mary Housing supports families that are homeless and provides them with a safe place to live for up to two years. Over the holidays, they had 10 new families movie in and were in desperate need of more supplies. The Jaycees have purchased:
240 rolls of paper towels
720 rolls of toilet paper
228 bottles of laundry detergent
196 bottles of dish detergent
246 bottles of all-purpose cleaner
36 bottles of baby wash
36 bottles of baby lotion
130 packages of baby wipes
45 bottles of shampoo
45 bottles of conditioner
In all, the Jaycees of the Quad Cities’ Brew Ha Ha proceeds supported several Quad City non-profit organizations including:
WQPT’s Imagination Station $10,000 so 4,000 families will learn and explore with their PBS Kids friends
Project Renewal (photo attached) $2,500 to ensure kids have a safe place to go after school to learn and play
Humility of Mary Housing $2,100 in supplies for families who need personal care items,
About Brew HA HA:
It's a party for your taste buds! It just wouldn't be fall in the Quad-Cities without this favorite beer-tasting event held on the third Saturday in September. Sample two ounce tastings of more than 150 beers, Cabot cheeses all while enjoying live entertainment. After all, this is a PARTY for your tastebuds!
About Jaycees of the Quad Cities: Jaycees aim to build personal and professional relationships by working together on projects to strengthen and grow the Quad-Cities community. The Quad Cities Chapter is one of the oldest chapters in the state of Iowa and has grown to include young professionals from both sides of the Mississippi River. They pride themselves on blending social opportunities with service – like planning the annual Bridal Expo and the Brew Ha Ha that raise funds for charitable initiatives. Individuals and groups interested in volunteering with Jaycees of the Quad Cities should contact info@jayceesqc.org or call (563) 484-0041.
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