YWCA now accepting Pig Race sponsors

YWCA of Van Wert County news

Shown at right is Jill Welch, YWCA board member, Isaac Van Snort (Rib Fest mascot) and Barry Johns from Wetzel Motorcycle Club, which sponsored a pig in every race. (photo submitted)

The YWCA is currently accepting sponsorships and naming rights to the pigs featured in the second annual pig races at the Van Wert Rib Fest.

Six races will take place on Saturday, August 3, at 4:30 p.m. in the covered show arena during Rib Fest. All 60 pigs running in this year’s event will be named by their respective sponsor.

During the pig races, supporters will have the opportunity to place a $2 wager on the pig(s) of their choice. All proceeds of this event support the YWCA Transitional Living Program for the homeless, as well as YWCA domestic violence services.

For more information, call the YWCA at 419.238.6639. The YWCA is a United Way and Van Wert County Foundation funded agency.

POSTED: 07/19/13 at 5:30 am. FILED UNDER: News