A day of fun in the sun at Dollywood’s Splash Country takes on a whole new meaning with the Third Annual Lazy River Float-A-Thon on Saturday, May 28, to benefit the Knoxville Ronald McDonald House. The event begins at 10 a.m.
The fund-raiser is co-sponsored by Dollywood’s Splash Country, Star 102.1, and the Knoxville News Sentinel.
Participants raise money by gathering pledges or contributions for the number of laps floated in the waterpark’s Lazy River. Entry forms are available at participating McDonald’s, Dollywood’s Splash Country, Star 102.1 and www.star1021fm.com. Teams are encouraged to participate. All participants receive a free t-shirt and complimentary admission to Dollywood’s Splash Country for the event.
Last year’s event raised more than $10,000, and event organizers hope to exceed that amount this year. The Float-A-Thon takes place during the Memorial Day holiday weekend with hopes that more people will have an opportunity to participate.
“In just two years, the Float-A-Thon has grown into an event that’s not only fun, but it also allows us to help a lot of families through the good work of the Ronald McDonald House,” said Gene Scherrer, Dollywood’s Splash Country general manager. “We only hope that this year’s event exceeds everyone’s expectations.”
The Ronald McDonald House is a non-profit organization that provides “a home-away-from-home” for families of seriously ill children who are receiving treatment at nearby hospitals. As well as providing food and housing, the Ronald McDonald House is a place where families can find support from others in similar situations. The Ronald McDonald House depends on community donations to keep its doors open. Proceeds from the Lazy River Float-A-Thon will help defray operating expenses associated with supporting thousands of people each year.
For more information, contact event organizer Corinn Paradice at 865-428-9602.
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