A community fundraiser was held Saturday at Beulah regional park for Mr. Kotha Govarhdan Reddy.
He was a local merchant that was robbed at gunpoint last month and murdered at the Quik Fill gas station on Mobile Hwy.
Volunteers from the community solicited food and vendor donations, there was a silent auction, t-shirts were sold, and other items of value were raffled. Navy Federal Credit Union set up an account where citizens could donate funds for the cause.
The mood of the day was upbeat as a DJ played country music that reverberated throughout the park.
Dozens of citizens enjoyed good food knowing the proceeds would be going to Mr. Reddy's family. The pulled pork sandwich plates with chips and BBQ beans were selling very well--and for dessert-homemade banana bread was also being sold--with all proceeds benefiting Mr. Reddy's family.
In speaking with one of the organizers after the event, it appeared that the day was a big success.
"We raised $3,600.00 just today at the park, and with the additional donations we have taken in--I believe we will be right around $4,400.00 raised for the family" she stated.
I'm glad folks supported this effort--I am sure Mr. Reddy's family will appreciate the kind gesture--even in the midst of their grief.
Justice for Reddy.
ReplyDeleteThey should be publicly hung.