Knights Distribute Tootsie Roll Drive Funds.

The Knights of Columbus recently distributed the checks from the 2019 Tootsie Roll Drive held the first weekend of May.  We had beautiful weather this year and everyone was in a giving mood.  We distributed checks of over $500.00 each to 3 local charities that work with the Intellectually Disabled in the community. ​

The Knights of Columbus believe in serving the less fortunate of our brothers and sisters.  We stand behind our intellectually disabled citizens. Our charity helps bring about an awareness that they deserve as well as providing them with funds for needs or events.

1. Harmon House - A local assisted living home for the intellectually disabled.
2. Spooner Special Olympics - Our local chapter competes in Track & Field and Bowling.
3. Ventures Unlimited - Located in Shell Lake, Ventures Unlimited employs the handicapped and helps them prepare for jobs in the community.

Of the monies collected during our annual Tootsie Roll Drive, 75% of our collections come back to our community.  We have been splitting this refund three ways between Harmon House, Special Olympics and Ventures Unlimited. These are all local groups that aid these citizens at home, at work, and at athletic competitions. Some of the Harmon House residents help us with our fundraising because they know that it’s for a good cause. The other 25% of collections (after paying for the candy) goes into a state fund for the Intellectually Disabled.  Councils across Wisconsin raise these funds knowing that this money is allocated judicially to qualified applicants for special equipment that will improve the quality of life for many individuals.

Thank You to all the people who helped with the 2019 Tootsie Roll Drive and to all the local residents and visiting tourist for your donations.  They will be put to good use and we hope you enjoyed the Tootsie Rolls!

Project Chairmen,
Dan Lee
Dan Olson