[Ohio-Talk] FW: Flying Pig Event Fundraising Contest Announcement

[Jerry Purcell]

When I clicked on the link to purchase tickets, it took me to a site. That stated that page is not secure. It might be impersonating your personal information to steal financial and personal information.
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> On Feb 23, 2026, at 13:30, rchpay7--- via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Subject:
> 
> Celebrating Our Partnership with the Flying Pig Event
> Over the years, we have greatly valued our partnership with the Flying Pig
> event. This collaboration has brought many rewarding experiences and has
> been instrumental in supporting our chapters, divisions, and the state
> affiliate.
> Adapting to New Fundraising Challenges
> The period following the COVID pandemic has presented unique challenges in
> finding innovative ways to raise funds for our organization. Recognizing the
> need for fresh approaches, I am excited to announce a new contest designed
> to benefit all chapters and divisions.
> Details of the Fundraising Contest
> For every ticket sold by your chapter or division, your group will receive
> $2.00 for each ticket. At the conclusion of the contest, Kathy and I will
> review all the sales reports and send out checks accordingly. Currently,
> Teresa from Cleveland, Pat from Akron, and I are the only ones holding
> physical tickets, but please note that online sales will also be counted
> toward your totals.
> Additional Incentives
> As an added incentive, anyone who sells tickets will have their name entered
> into a drawing for a $100.00 gift card. This is a great opportunity to
> contribute to our cause while having the chance to win a special prize.
> Looking Ahead
> I am looking forward to seeing our sales grow and to enjoying the process as
> we work together to build and strengthen our Federation.
> 
>    
> 
> National Federation of the Blind of Ohio offers
> An opportunity to raise funds for Ohio and win a cash prize.
> Just click on:
> https://piggestraffleever.com/.
> And choose National Federation of the Blind of Ohio as your charity.
> How's it Work? Easy! Purchase a Raffle Entry for $5 each on behalf of one of
> the participating charities from the drop-down menu below. For each Pig
> purchased, you have a chance to win on Flying Pig Marathon Weekend and the
> charity you select receives 100% of your donation!
> GRAND PRIZE: $10,000 Cash*
> ($5,000 to the charity and $5,000 to the winning ticket holder)
> SECOND PRIZE: $5,000 Cash*
> ($2,500 to the charity and $2,500 to the winning ticket holder)
> THIRD PRIZE: Cincinnati Get-Away Experience
> ($1,500 in Downtown Cincinnati, Inc. vouchers)
> 
> Richard Payne, President National Federation of the Blind of Ohio
> 937/829/3368
> Rchpay7 at gmail.com <mailto:Rchpay7 at gmail.com>
> www.nfbohio.org <http://www.nfbohio.org>
> The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and
> all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the
> characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the
> expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
> between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination,
> and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.
> 
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