Fishhead Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 I (we) have been gifted 2 seats to the Friday AND Saturday games against Alabama (baseball, obviously...this will also be in "The Diamond". The reason is because there is a beloved member of this forum in need of financial assistance through absolutely no doing of their own, serious health expenses piling up to the point of it's a struggle to keep the lights on. I wouldn't ask for straight up donations on a forum because I'm not willing to give more details than I already have, and I don't expect people to be OK with just giving money without more information than I've given. HOWEVER, this is something tangible you can win. Yes, I realize a lot of you live out of town, and likely couldn't make the game if you DID win, but you could give them to friends/family, or even sell them. I'm in the same boat that I know for a fact I can't make either game, but I'll be buying raffle tickets. (of course I know the situation and believe it to be a worthy cause) Here's the details: Friday April 29, 2023 Saturday April 30, 2023 Remember, this is TWO seats for EACH game, so four seats total I will raffle the Friday and Saturday tickets separately, so to go to both games, you have to win both sets. The seats are located down the first base line just beyond 1st base, Sec 204 Row 6 seats 17 & 18, so together. (I've sat in these seats, they're nicely located) The tickets will be sold at $15 per game, a $36 value at face value. I realize that is not some crazy steal, but it's far better than face value and it's for a good cause. In this thread, you can comment if you'd like to purchase tickets, and I'll respond to you with you to purchase via IM. I will also mark your post "paid" or "purchased XX of tickets", something like that, to keep up. Those original members, if you recall, when we started this site we spoke about using it to assist others, especially other members in need, and this is exactly what we had in mind. Let's make good on that commitment. Thank you to the member of GDT that donated the tickets. Much appreciated! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishhead Posted April 8, 2023 Author Share Posted April 8, 2023 2 hours ago, Fishhead said: I (we) have been gifted 2 seats to the Friday AND Saturday games against Alabama (baseball, obviously...this will also be in "The Diamond". The reason is because there is a beloved member of this forum in need of financial assistance through absolutely no doing of their own, serious health expenses piling up to the point of it's a struggle to keep the lights on. I wouldn't ask for straight up donations on a forum because I'm not willing to give more details than I already have, and I don't expect people to be OK with just giving money without more information than I've given. HOWEVER, this is something tangible you can win. Yes, I realize a lot of you live out of town, and likely couldn't make the game if you DID win, but you could give them to friends/family, or even sell them. I'm in the same boat that I know for a fact I can't make either game, but I'll be buying raffle tickets. (of course I know the situation and believe it to be a worthy cause) Here's the details: Friday April 29, 2023 Saturday April 30, 2023 Remember, this is TWO seats for EACH game, so four seats total I will raffle the Friday and Saturday tickets separately, so to go to both games, you have to win both sets. The seats are located down the first base line just beyond 1st base, Sec 204 Row 6 seats 17 & 18, so together. (I've sat in these seats, they're nicely located) The tickets will be sold at $15 per game, a $36 value at face value. I realize that is not some crazy steal, but it's far better than face value and it's for a good cause. In this thread, you can comment if you'd like to purchase tickets, and I'll respond to you with you to purchase via IM. I will also mark your post "paid" or "purchased XX of tickets", something like that, to keep up. Those original members, if you recall, when we started this site we spoke about using it to assist others, especially other members in need, and this is exactly what we had in mind. Let's make good on that commitment. Thank you to the member of GDT that donated the tickets. Much appreciated! If you'd rather remain totally anonymous, you can IM me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herb Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Given that I don't live in Louisiana anymore, I would not be able to attend the game, but I am making a starting pledge of $100 to the cause. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houtiger Posted April 15, 2023 Share Posted April 15, 2023 I'm in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishhead Posted April 18, 2023 Author Share Posted April 18, 2023 On 4/14/2023 at 5:39 PM, Herb said: Given that I don't live in Louisiana anymore, I would not be able to attend the game, but I am making a starting pledge of $100 to the cause. I have received 2 donations and one raffle ticket(s) purchase. Considering the games are in less than two weeks, I'm going to set the drawing for this Friday. I'll attempt a video...Herb may need some assistance figuring that out. So far, I know who's gonna win lol. But the donations are fantastic and I guarantee will be so appreciated and helpful! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big T Posted April 19, 2023 Share Posted April 19, 2023 I'll be sending you my contribution tomorrow 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishhead Posted April 20, 2023 Author Share Posted April 20, 2023 OK, tomorrow is the day I will be drawing the numbers and will also be distributing the donation. To date, we have raised $845 $800 is straight donation, $45 in raffle tickets purchased (all by the same person). If you are inclined to donate or purchase raffle tickets, this is last call. Cut off is 12 noon tomorrow, central time. I'm overwhelmed by the generosity on display and I know it will be so appreciated, so helpful. Thank you! ***Thursday 1 pm update*** $845 total $45 is for raffle, still time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishhead Posted April 21, 2023 Author Share Posted April 21, 2023 Raffle closed, Dachs wins! Money has been transferred and I think they passed out when they saw it. Y'all are great and I appreciate it so much. This is how the world is supposed to be! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishhead Posted April 21, 2023 Author Share Posted April 21, 2023 I have provided proof of the transaction to Herb and Nootch. If anyone else would like to verification, IM me, but I will block the recipients name. Thank y'all so much and enjoy the game, dachs! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herb Posted April 22, 2023 Share Posted April 22, 2023 I'd suggest also not identifying amounts with members names to those who inquire. Unless anyone that donated doesn't mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herb Posted April 22, 2023 Share Posted April 22, 2023 20 hours ago, Fishhead said: This is how the world is supposed to be! This is the statement of the year - if not the decade. We get way too wrapped up in politics and other BS and never often enough do we stop and take a deep breath and realize that we're all human beings and there are reasons why we appear in each others' paths of life. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dachsie Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 I am just catching up on the board for being out of town last week. Am so glad we were able to help. As Fish said, this is how it should be. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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