Local Benefit: Crossin’ The Line for Education

Recently I had a chance to speak with Stacie Foust, one of the coordinators behind a new event called Crossin’ The Line for Education being put on at The E Street Pub, and found out more about a charitable event that can provide a whole lot of good for our community and surrounding areas.

1. GoWayneCounty: So what is Crossin’ The Line For Education all about?

Foust: The E Street Pub Crossin’ the Line for Education is a benefit for an education based non-profit. Owner Phil Morgan, Brad Bales and I have talked about the possibility of having more of these in the future. Each time, the money would go to a different education focused group in Wayne or Preble County. The whole idea is that these two counties cross lines all the time to work together. Morgan is a true supporter of education, local artists and area growth. They have been more than generous and worked hard to organize this event. And of course all of the musical guests should be recognized for volunteering their skills.

2. GoWayneCounty: What/Where do the proceeds go to?

Foust: For this event, the proceeds will go to Preble Promise. Preble Promise is non-profit in Preble County that works “to make post-secondary education accessible and achievable.” We work with traditional and non-traditional students. Basically anyone who wants to launch a new start can begin with us. Interns and volunteers have piloted during-school academic tutoring programs, created financial aid workshops, college planning booklets, and worked with students focusing on achievement gaps. We work with area universities and local schools, attempting to foster a service relationship where college students gain experience and those who need help get it. We know the process can be daunting and our mission is to make it easier, to compliment the services public schools offer and assist them. We hope to see continued growth and support.

3. GoWayneCounty: When is the event and how much for admittance?

Foust: Saturday May 1st, 2010 at The E Street Pub…Kicks off at 6:00 p.m. Cost is 5$ at the door. There will be door prizes and raffle.

Crossin' The Line for Education

So come out and support local education and your community with us at The E Street Pub.