Knights Complete Tootsie Roll Fundraiser Drive

Knights Complete Tootsie Roll Fundraiser Drive

Posted on December 04, 2022 in: News

The men of the Knights of Columbus Cardinal Spellman Council #6107 in Colchester have completed their annual Tootsie Roll Fundraiser to benefit people with intellectual disabilities in our community.

The Council received generous donations from many local residents in support of this effort. Past proceeds from the annual drive have been donated to the Colchester and Windham Special Olympics Committees.

The Knights wish to extend a heartfelt thank you to all those who contributed this very worthy cause.

Pictured are John Consiglio and Carey Laporte, two of the members that collected for this effort.

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