DATE: July 24, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BABE Announces Cutest Kid Contest Winners
[COLUMBIA CITY, IN] – Whitley County BABE, a non-profit organization that specializes in providing resources and a community for moms and families, raised more than $2,700 at their 7th annual Cutest Kid Contest during the Whitley County 4H Fair.
Leading up to the fair week, parents from Columbia City, Churubusco and South Whitley submitted their child’s photo to be displayed online and at the Whitley County 4H Fair in the commercial building. Then, during the week, votes were collected in the form of monetary donations for each child’s photo.
All proceeds from this event will help the growing families in Whitley County. BABE not only provides assistance with baby supplies like diapers, wipes, clothing and even larger items like strollers and car seats, but the organization has created a community of support for moms.
“We absolutely love seeing all of these cuties every year! We see lots of grandparents and family members stopping by the booth multiple times to see how the voting is going.” says Jacie Stahl, Executive Director of BABE of Whitley County. She continues, “This is also a great event for us since BABE is 100% grant and community supported. This even allows us to continue to build a community where moms can draw strength from each other.”
“Like last year, online voting was a big contributing factor to the success of this fundraiser. We hope it also helped spread awareness about BABE so we can reach even more families in our community.” Stahl adds.
To learn more about the services provided by BABE of Whitley County, please visit babewc.org.
Age 0 – 1: Ryker Sheet
Son of Derick and Kirstie Sheets
Age 1 – 2: Harper Western
Daughter of Kelsey DePasquale & David Western
(Also the grand prize winner for most overall votes)
Age 2 – 3: Camreigh Schinbeckler
Daughter of James and Amanda Schinbeckler
Age 3 – 4: Darla Bird
Daughter of Sarah Bird
Age 4 – 5: Ella & Iram Beard (tied for winner of the age group)
Twins of Michelle & Zach Beard
Age 5 – 6: Raegan Tucker
Daughter of Laura & Jeremiah Tucker
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ABOUT WHITLEY COUNTY BABE
BABE of Whitley County is a non-profit organization in Whitley County that serves over 1200 people. BABE provides quality incentives to parents who participate in preventive and prenatal care including parenting, educational and nutritional classes to promote a healthy pregnancy, healthy birth outcomes and early childhood development. In exchange for participating in preventive and prenatal care, participants are given a BABE Coupon that can be used to “purchase” diapers, wipes, clothes, strollers and more at BABE’s store located on Line Street in Columbia City. BABE also hosts various mom groups and activities and programs to provide support to the families who need it most. Learn more at www.babewc.org.
Contact: Jacie Stahl
jacie@babewc.org
Direct 260-609-0142