Local groups celebrate the payout from the Verona Car Show

Jeff Green | Oct 20, 2021

A couple of dozen people enjoyed a meal together at the Verona Lions Hall last Tuesday. In these times, just having a communal meal is something to celebrate, but in this case there was more.

Last month's car show brought in over $15,000 and the Lions were pleased to be able to present $11,500 of that money to 4 local organisations.

“We based how much we gave each group on their need, and on the effort they made to help us pull off the car show, which requires a lot of volunteer work,” said Doreen Morey.

The show organisers John and Julie Nizman from Last Chance Auto in Moscow, were on hand for the presentations.

“It's a real thrill for us to see the money that the show was able to generate be handed out to these important organisations in the Verona area,” said John Nizman, “the Lions do a great job. We are looking forward to next year's car show, when things should be opened up a bit more.”

Among the recipients, the largest amount, $5,000, went to the South Frontenac Museum, which was represented by John McDougall. The Minor Softball Association, represented by Tabitha Lawson-Morton, took in $3,000. The South Frontenac Scouts, represented by Beth Freeland, received $2,000 in addition to the profits from soft drink sales, and David Townsend was on hand from Southern Frontenac Community Services to receive a $1,500 cheque.

In addition, $800 worth of food, collected at the car show, went to the Verona Free Methodist Church food program.

One thousand dollars raised through a 50/50 draw at the show went into the Lions’ Lottery account, which goes to local charities as well.

Another $2,500 or so is remaining in the Lions’ account, to be used for community needs as they arise.