Boise, Idaho – More than 2,000 people are expected at the Boise Centre on the Grove Plaza this Thursday morning, August 27, as United Way of Treasure Valley kicks-off its 2009 Community Campaign with the second annual Flapjack Feed. The event begins at 7:30am and runs until 10:00am. Admission for the all-you-can-breakfast is just $5 for adults, $2 for kids under 12. Tickets can be purchased at the event.
Along with live entertainment and door prizes, the event will feature more than 40 community “celebrities” taking a turn flipping flapjacks to show their support for United Way. The line-up includes Governor Butch Otter, First Lady Lori Otter, Astronaut Barbara Morgan, Boise Mayor Dave Bieter, Nampa Mayor Tom Dale, Caldwell Mayor Garret Nancolas, State Treasurer Ron Crane, State Controller Donna Jones, State Senator John McGee, and BSU Coaches Greg Patton (Tennis) and Greg Graham (Basketball), just to name a few.
New this year is the 2009 Celebrity Flip-Off Competition! Eight of our flipper celebrities will compete in flapjack style games including pancake stacking and flipping competitions on the main entertainment stage.
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Second Annual United Way Campaign Kick-Off Flapjack Feed.
The event kicks off the 2009-10 United Way Community Campaign. This year’s campaign goal is $6 million; dollars that will be invested in the Treasure Valley working to improve lives of people in need right here in our communities.
Boise Centre on the Grove Outdoor Plaza.
Thursday, August 27, 2009 7:30 to 10:00am
Photo opportunities available with more than 40 Guest Pancake Flippers.
More than 2,000 people are expected to attend. Sponsors include Albertsons/SUPERVALU, J.R. Simplot Company, and KTVB Idaho’s News Channel 7.
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For more information about this year’s campaign or to see how United Way invests Community Fund contributions, visit
helpthemostpeople.com.
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About United Way of Treasure Valley
For nearly 80-years, United Way has been working on community problems and improving lives right here in the Treasure Valley with measurable results in three priority areas – helping children and youth achieve their potential, promoting financial stability for working families, and improving people’s health.