CARTHAGE, Mo. — Carthage Water & Electric Plant (CWEP) invites the community to make a difference while having fun during its annual Splash Into Giving event on Friday, August 14, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Food Truck Friday in Central Park.
The family-friendly event combines community giving with a chance to dunk CWEP employees in a dunk tank, all while supporting two important local causes: Carthage Bright Futures and the CWEP C.A.R.E.S. Program.
Community members can earn dunk tank throws by making donations that benefit local students and families:
- Donate a new backpack at the CWEP office (627 W. Centennial Ave.) by Tuesday, August 4th, and receive 3 dunk tank tickets (9 total throws) to use during the event.
- Bring school supplies to the the CWEP office (627 W. Centennial Ave.) before the event or to the CWEP booth at Food Truck Friday on August 14th to benefit Carthage Bright Futures and receive 3 throws.
- Make a donation to the CWEP C.A.R.E.S. Program during the event and receive 3 throws.
Each donation includes 3 throws, giving participants plenty of chances to send CWEP employees into the water while supporting meaningful causes.
"Splash Into Giving is a fun way for our community to come together and make a real impact," said Meagan Milliken, Public Relations Manager for Carthage Water & Electric Plant. "Whether you're donating a backpack, bringing school supplies, or supporting the CWEP C.A.R.E.S. Program, every contribution helps local students and families while creating a memorable day for everyone involved."
All school supply items received during the event will be donated to Carthage Bright Futures to help local students start the school year prepared for success.
Proceeds from donations to the CWEP C.A.R.E.S. (Customer Assistance for Reliable Essential Services) Program will provide utility bill assistance to qualifying CWEP customers experiencing financial hardship.
In addition to the dunk tank, attendees can enjoy the many food vendors, entertainment, and activities that make Food Truck Friday one of Carthage's favorite community events.
CWEP encourages everyone to stop by the booth, take their best shot at dunking CWEP crews, and help make a difference for neighbors in need.
Event Details
What: Splash Into Giving
When: Friday, August 14 | 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Food Truck Friday, Central Park, Carthage
For more information about the event or the CWEP C.A.R.E.S. Program, contact Carthage Water & Electric Plant at (417) 237-7300.