The Reno Rodeo recently donated a total of $92,822 to 10 community organizations thanks to the proceeds from their 50/50 raffle at the 2023 Reno Rodeo.
“This year’s Reno Rodeo delivered a ‘bucking good time’ that won’t soon be forgotten,” said 2023 Reno Rodeo President Greg “Lightning” Williams. “Our community’s support in raising funds for these incredible organizations is a testament to our shared commitment to upholding the legacies and traditions of the Western way of life.”
The following organizations received checks from the Reno Rodeo Association:
- $6,143.64 to Washoe County 4-H
- $8,329.41 to Nevada Military Support Alliance
- $6,947.14 to Center for Adaptive Riding
- $11,961.24 to Eddy House
- $3,968.74 to Children’s Cabinet
- $15,300.00 to Man Up Crusade/Domestic Violence Resource Center
- $5,817.04 to RAV
- $8,309.74 to Truckee Meadows Fire Department
- $11,467.81 to Moms on the Run
- $14,577.24 to LEAD with Horses
Charities were chosen based on community impact, level of need and commitment to furthering rodeo culture.
(The Reno Rodeo assisted with this report.)
