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Hallie Evans is an AmeriCorps member serving at City Fruit as the Communications and Development Specialist VISTA in Seattle, Washington. Their service is focused on increasing City Fruit’s fundraising capacities through tools such as event planning, qualitative research, and social media.

On a warm May evening, City Fruit hosted its annual fruit-themed trivia fundraiser. The event, held at Halcyon Brewery, gathered fruit enthusiasts and trivia buffs alike to test their knowledge on all things fruity. From identifying fruit focused songs to recalling particular apple varieties, participants engaged in friendly competition while supporting a meaningful cause.

Events like this are crucial for organizations like City Fruit, as they not only raise funds but also raise awareness about their mission to promote urban fruit tree stewardship and reduce food waste. By bringing people together in a fun and educational setting, City Fruit not only collected donations but also inspired attendees to get involved and make a difference in their community.

In conclusion, the May fruit-themed trivia fundraiser was a resounding success, thanks to the enthusiastic participation of attendees and the staff’s hard work. It highlighted the power of cultivating relationships and the importance of events in furthering City Fruit’s impactful initiatives. Moving forward, lessons learned at the trivia fundraiser will be indispensable in ensuring that City Fruit’s events continue to focus on building relationships and bringing about joy.