Firefighters from Manchester Successfully Gather Over $4,400 in Funds through MDA's Fill the Boot Campaign
In the heart of Manchester, the local fire department has once again demonstrated their commitment to community service and fundraising for a worthy cause. This year, the Manchester Fire Department's annual "Fill the Boot" campaign, a tradition shared by fire departments across the United States, raised an impressive sum.
The event, which took place during the Delaware County Fair parade on July 7th, saw fairgoers filling the boots of firefighters with spare change and dollar bills. The campaign culminated in a total of $4,440.16, making it the third-highest amount ever raised by the Manchester Fire Department in this annual fundraiser.
Fire Chief Randy Rattenborg announced the impressive figure, expressing his gratitude to the community for their generous support. The record for the highest total raised was in 2021 with $4,500, a testament to the community's consistent generosity.
The "Fill the Boot" campaign is a well-known effort by fire departments nationwide to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular diseases. All the money raised from this annual fundraiser goes directly to the MDA.
While specific historical details about Manchester's participation in the "Fill the Boot" campaign are not readily available, it is clear that the community's support for this cause has been steadfast over the years. For those interested in delving deeper into the history of the Manchester Fire Department's efforts, local city records, fire department archives, or MDA historical fundraising records specific to the Manchester community may provide further insights.
This article's photograph is courtesy of Janelle Tucker/KMCH, capturing the spirit of community and camaraderie that defines the "Fill the Boot" campaign. The article is about local savings, but it does not provide any new standalone facts about the "Fill the Boot" campaign or the MDA.
In 2023, the Manchester Fire Department raised $4,497, a testament to the community's continued support for this worthy cause. The "Fill the Boot" campaign serves as a reminder of the power of collective action and the generosity of the Manchester community.
- The Manchester Fire Department, with support from the local community, raised $4,497 in 2023 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) through their annual "Fill the Boot" fundraiser.
- The local KMCH captured the community spirit and camaraderie of the "Fill the Boot" campaign in a photograph for this article.
- The Manchester Fire Department's "Fill the Boot" tradition serves as an example of the power of collective action in raising funds for worthy causes.
- Last year's record for the highest amount raised by the Manchester Fire Department's "Fill the Boot" campaign was $4,500 in 2021, demonstrating the community's consistent generosity.
- All funds raised in the Manchester Fire Department's "Fill the Boot" campaign go directly to the MDA, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular diseases.
- For those interested in learning about the history of the Manchester Fire Department's participation in the "Fill the Boot" campaign, local city records, fire department archives, or MDA historical fundraising records specific to the Manchester community may provide further insights.
