CARLYLE — The second annual Carlyle KidSport Bingo fundraiser raised $2177.29 to help local children participate in recreational activities.
“Carlyle KidSport accepts applications from local families to pay the registration fees for their child to participate in sports in our community. It is the responsibility of the Carlyle KidSport committee to raise funds to cover the approved applications,” said Shelley Sargent, chairperson for Carlyle KidSport.
In 2024, Carlyle KidSport provided $3,325 in grants to cover registration fees for local kids to participate in sports. The committee also brainstormed ideas for bigger fundraisers rather than doing various small ones.
“The idea of doing a bingo came up so we decided to give it a try with having our first Carlyle KidSport Bingo,” said Sargent.
The 2024 bingo was so successful and received such positive feedback that the committee made the decision to make it an annual event.
The second annual Carlyle KidSport Bingo was held April 16 at the Carlyle Sports Arena with 125 players.
“(It was) great to see so many families and friends come together to play Bingo and support Carlyle KidSport,” said Sargent.
There was a total of nine regular Bingo games and three additional specialty games played. Cash prizes handed out for all games.
“Our committee would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, making the evening not just fun but meaningful,” said Sargent.
“A special thank you to all the volunteers that helped make our bingo a success,” continued Sargent. “From setting up, letting us use your equipment, running the bingo, and cleaning up at the end, we appreciate all of the help we received and would not be able to do it on our own. One can never thank volunteers enough for helping make the event successful.”
All funds raised and donated to Carlyle KidSport stay in Carlyle.
So far in 2025, $1,200 in grants have already been allocated.
Those interested can follow Carlyle KidSport on Facebook.
KidSport is a provincial organization that helps families in need of financial support so their children can participate in sports.
