The 2024 Ham Sales Fundraiser has come to a close with over 1200 hams sold! Rotary Brockville thanks our many donors who purchased hams for their continued support in making this campaign another great success! In addition to helping raise funds, several donors directed Rotary Brockville to send their hams directly to area food banks and other organizations working to address food security needs in our region. Approximately 120 hams were delivered directly to these organizations by Rotary Brockville, on behalf of our donors.
During the wrap up event, Ham Committee Chair John Maskell recognized some key contributors to the campaign. In the top photo, Rotarian John (right) presents the Hamster Trophy to retired Rotarian Ken Durand Sr. (left). Ken and his son Ken Durand Jr (not present) were recognized as the top sellers for this campaign with over 400 hams sold between the pair. John also recognized the Durands for their long-standing commitment to the Ham Sales initiative, which they started 20 years ago under the auspices of the Rotary Club of Prescott. The Prescott Club is no longer operating and the Rotary Clubs of Brockville picked up this unique fundraising idea when the Durands joined the local Rotary Clubs.
In addition, John Maskell took the opportunity to thank Halls Apple Market for their long-standing partnership in the Ham fundraiser with Rotary Brockville. John extended the thanks of the Clubs to Chris and Kim Hall, as well as, the new ownership group. In the bottom picture, John Maskell (middle) presents a recognition plaque to Halls Apple Market representatives Kyle Hall (left) and Matthew Shapton (right). Halls Apple Market expressed their commitment to continue to partner with Rotary in this important annual fundraising initiative. Many thanks!