Knights of Columbus annual Tootsie Roll drive

Gov. Kathleen Sebelius has proclaimed Oct. 10 -12, 2008 as helping people with intellectual disability days in conjunction with the Knights of Columbus Annual Tootsie Roll Fund Drive.  On these days, members of the Knights of Columbus will be positioned at the front of banks, stores, churches handing out "Specially Marked" Tootsie Rolls while seeking donations for people with intellectual disabilities.
    Of the proceeds, 80 percent is returned to local Knights of Columbus councils to be donated to institutions that aid persons with intellectual disabilities of the Council's choice.  The remaining 20 percent is used by the State Council of the Knights of Columbus to sponsor the Special Olympics Basketball Tournament held at Fort Hays State University each spring, and for religious education of people with intellectual disabilities.
     When you see these friendly gentleman in their bright yellow and red aprons on Oct. 10 -12 please share your generosity so aid may continue to be given to these special people.
    If a Knights of Columbus member does not contact you, donations may also be sent to the local Knights of Columbus Council.  Make checks payable to Tootsie Roll Program Fund and send them to: Knights of Columbus Council #2955, 800 Frontview, Dodge City, KS 67801. Your donations are tax deductible.