Tens of thousands of dollars has been raised in a recent fundraiser supporting Chatham-Kent Hospice.
The third annual Craig’s Cruise for Comfort, an ATV poker ride, raised $32,000 to support end of life care navigation, grief and bereavement support, and residential hospice care in Chatham-Kent.
Organizers say the event combined community fellowship, fundraising, and recreational ATV riding with stops at Riverside Powersports in Prairie Siding, Central Tavern in Pain Court, the Dresden Agricultural Society at the Dresden Racetrack, Par 72 in Wallaceburg, and Bob N’ Buoys Bar & Grill in Mitchell’s Bay.
At each stop, riders collected a poker chip to build their poker hand throughout the day. Once the ride was complete, the hands were revealed and the riders with the top three poker hands received cash prizes.
“The success of the event is a testament to the generosity of the local ATV community and the many businesses and volunteers who came together to support a meaningful cause,” said Lise Cote, Chair of the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation Board of Directors in a news release.
More than 220 riders took part in the event, along with dozens of supporters.
