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3rd annual Heli-drop slated for October 25th

The 3rd annual United Way Alberta Northwest Heli-drop is set to take place on October 25th.

This year’s charity choice for the yearly fundraiser is Big Brother’s Big Sister’s, which specializes in after school education.

2,000 golf balls will be dropped from a helicopter over 2nd base of a ball diamond at South Bear Creek Ball Diamonds, the owner of the closet golf ball to the pin will win $10,000.

United Way Alberta Northwest Executive Director Ken Loudon says they’re thrilled to be able to host the event in 2025 and look forward to helping make a difference where it’s needed most.

“We are extremely excited to host this again, and what makes it even more thrilling for us is that our ability to partner with Big Brother’s Big Sister’s to help them elevate awareness of what their programming is.”

To purchase a ball for the drop, you can head to their website.

Thomas Robertson
Thomas Robertson
Based in Grande Prairie, Thomas has a strong passion for writing and watching sports. He loves getting involved around the community, and always willing to crack a joke.
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