Mardi Gras Fundraiser Raises Over $365,000 For Local Charities

ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The annual Catholic Charities Mardi Gras fundraiser was another big success.

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The nonprofit says over 550 people attended the 44th annual event on January 31st at the River's Edge Convention Center.  They raised over $365,000 for Catholic Charities Emergency Services, with programs that include a food shelf, clothing program, and financial assistance program; and Catholic Charities Domus Transitional Housing, a facility for single women and their children.

The silent auction sold over 100 items and raised over $20,000.

Mardi Gras 2027 will be held on January 23rd.