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Cancer Survivor Inspires Record-Breaking 4-H Auction
15 Jul
Summary
- Auction raised $256,684.72 from 176 lots.
- Highest earning item was champion beef at $11,325.
- Funds will support a new 4-H Extension office building.
The Cass County 4-H livestock auction successfully raised $256,684.72 from 176 lots, surpassing previous fundraising efforts. This year's event was marked by a significant moment when Bronson Bell, a young 4-Her who had battled cancer, appeared with his family to share his recovery. His father, Eric Bell, expressed profound gratitude for the overwhelming community support.
The community's generosity extended to fundraising for a new 4-H Extension office. A single box of cookies from the Bake-A-Rama garnered $4,400, kickstarting the building fund. The highest earning item of the evening was Tyler McKnight's grand champion market beef, which sold for $11,325, underscoring the successful auction.
This strong financial performance not only benefited the 4-H programs but also celebrated the resilience of young members like Bronson Bell. The auction's success highlights the supportive nature of the Cass County community and its commitment to future development, including upgrades like a new roof on the swine barn.
