Cornhole for a Cause 2023 – A Look Back
Thank you to everyone who came out on Saturday August 26th to enjoy In Flight, Inc.’s Cornhole for a Cause presented by MVP Health Care at Dutchman’s Landing Park! Because of the communities amazing support, we were able to raise substantial funds to benefit In Flight, Inc.’s multiple programs that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
In brief, over 200 community members enjoyed the two tournaments as spectators and indulged in the multiple vendors present. We are overwhelmed by the support from the community towards In Flight’s innovative programs to foster independence, enhance skills, promote social integration, and provide a nurturing environment for personal growth for those with IDD.
Thank you all for coming out and enjoying a wonderful day of tournaments, vendors, and energizing entertainment.
Blind Draw Tournament
18 teams participated in the event’s Blind Draw Cornhole Tournament! Sponsored by KeyBank, Marshall & Sterling, and Sawyer Motors, we saw over 34 competitive games being played throughout the afternoon. By beating six other teams, the first place winners were Robert H. and Caden A.! Following in second place, John C. and Peter M. Additionally, third place winners were Marcie S. and Matt M.
Congratulations all!
Mixer Tournament
Dustin P. and Kyler S. won the Mixer Tournament. This Tournament was created to encourage inclusion and enthusiasm of the game between people with I/DD and fellow community members. This tournament was sponsored by Dutchess County THINKdifferently, Furniture Plus, Greylock Federal Credit Union, Hudson Valley Credit Union, Main Care Energy, Price Chopper, The Fortnightly Club of Catskill, UHY, and Ulster Savings Bank.
Dustin who receives services through In Flight, had been practicing as often as possible since he placed second in last year’s Mixer Tournament. With his continuous determination and positive attitude, he was able to take home the medal alongside Kyler.
This year’s Mixer Tournament also featured modified rules of play. This is in accordance with the American Cornhole Association’s latest partnership with the Special Olympics of North America – making the sport of cornhole accessible to all including those with physical and mental disabilities.
Energizing Entertainment
Guilty Pleasure, a group of local Columbia-Greene County musicians that focus on rock, dance, country, and pop, provided stunning live entertainment. Jackie the Magician, from Bee Bee & Friends Magical Events, provided wonderful entertainment to all with her balloons, magic, and puppetry. Additionally, the event hosted a Challenge the Champion contest, a silent auction, and two raffles including 50/50.
See You Next Year!
Interested in participating in next year’s Cornhole for a Cause? Contact Jill Rodriquez at (845) 835-6294×190 or [email protected].
