Volume 4
April 2019
3rd Annual Backyard BBQ
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t was a beautiful Saturday for a family-friendly event and some incredible barbeque.
Over 2,000 guests came to sample pork barbeque from 25 different vendors. The
event, held in conjunction with the Red, White and Wheels Car Show, raised close to
$90,000 for student and veteran scholarships.
Teams from all over the state competed in three categories for ribs, pork butt and
brisket. This year a new category of competition was added, the Corporate Challenge,
which had teams competing for the Golden Pig statue and bragging rights. Winners
were selected through the People’s Choice voting, which awarded Huff and Puff
from Vero Beach as Grand Champion for the backyard competitors and The Viera
Company the Corporate Challenge winner.
Attendees enjoyed the sounds of the Penny Creek Band as well as the Kids Zone, Tank
America and several food trucks and merchandise vendors.
The Foundation called on the help of over 50 volunteers and 20 judges, including EFSC
College President Dr. Jim Richey and four judges from the Florida BBQ Association.
“We are very appreciative of all our volunteers, judges, cook-off teams, sponsors and
guests. Your contribution to this event helps make our students’ dreams come true,”
said Jennie Kriete, Director of the EFSC Foundation.
Please be sure to Save the Date for the 4th Annual BBQ: Saturday, February 22,
2020. Contact the Foundation office at 321-433-7055 if you would like to be involved
next year.
Director’s
Minute
Dear Titan
Friends,
An education is
the most precious
gift you can offer
to anyone. That is
why the work at
the Foundation is
so important to this
college community.
The Foundation counts on you — the support
of our alumni, local businesses, corporations,
and Titan friends — to help students realize
their career goals. We are grateful for our
committed friends who allow us to support
our student scholarships and so much more.
This past year, the Foundation has made
new friends with 61 new businesses whose
contributions helped us increase our
scholarship awards by 40%.
Please stay tuned for events and happenings
surrounding our college’s 60th anniversary!
Now is the time to connect with all of our
alumni to celebrate.
As we reflect on all that we are grateful for,
YOU are on the top of our list. As one of
the most affordable colleges in our Nation,
your donation has a tremendous impact
stretching your dollar even further. Every little
bit counts. If you are interested in supporting
student scholarships or other college
initiatives, please contact our offices at
321-433-7055.
3rd Annual Blues & Brews Backyard BBQ
Thank you,
Family fun courtesy of Tank America
Corporate Challenge Winner: The Viera Company
Grand Champions: Huff and Puff
Jennie Kriete
Director,
EFSC Foundation
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