RENO, Nev. (Nov. 1, 2023) – The Reno Rodeo Association recently presented nearly $93,000 to 10 community organizations thanks to proceeds from the 50/50 raffle at the 2023 Reno Rodeo.
“This year’s Reno Rodeo delivered a ‘bucking good time’ that won’t soon be forgotten,” said 2023 Reno Rodeo President Greg “Lightning” Williams. “Our community’s support in raising funds for these incredible organizations is a testament to our shared commitment to upholding the legacies and traditions of the Western way of life.”
The following organizations received checks from the Reno Rodeo Association:
- $6,143.64 to Washoe County 4-H
- $8,329.41 to Nevada Military Support Alliance
- $6,947.14 to Center for Adaptive Riding
- $11,961.24 to Eddy House
- $3,968.74 to Children’s Cabinet
- $15,300.00 to Man Up Crusade/Domestic Violence Resource Center
- $5,817.04 to RAVE
- $8,309.74 to Truckee Meadows Fire Department
- $11,467.81 to Moms on the Run
- $14,577.24 to LEAD with Horses
50/50 raffle tickets are sold each night at the Reno Rodeo. Half of the proceeds go to the person with the winning number at the end of each night, and the other half goes to a designated charity. Charities are chosen based on community impact, level of need and commitment to furthering rodeo culture.
For more information on the Reno Rodeo visit RenoRodeo.com.
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About the Reno Rodeo
The Reno Rodeo is a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctioned sporting event, and one of the top rodeos in North America. Reno Rodeo Association is a non-profit organization made up of over 800 volunteers. The 2024 Reno Rodeo is scheduled for June 20-29. Competition includes bareback, team roping, saddle bronc, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, women’s barrel racing, women’s breakaway roping and bull riding. Like Reno Rodeo on Facebook and Instagram, follow us on Twitter, or for more information on the Reno Rodeo, visit www.renorodeo.com.
