Red Cross to hold 10th annual fundraising dinner

The 10th annual Evening in Red Fundraiser will be March 16 at the Austin Country Club.

The Evening in Red is the Red Cross signature fundraising event, and brings together supporters for dinner, along with silent and live auctions. All proceeds from the event benefit disaster relief and readiness efforts in Mower and Freeborn counties. Tickets are $65 per person and are available at the chapter office, 305 Fourth Ave. NW in Austin.

Those who wish to support the Red Cross may also donate an auction item or make a financial donation. For more information about the Evening in Red, the Freeborn-Mower Red Cross chapter and volunteers opportunities, contact Executive Director, Elaine Hansen at 507-437-4589.

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