Fallon Rodeo Team Dinner a Fundraising Success

Fallon Rodeo Team members, parents, volunteers, and community members packed the Rafter 3C Events Complex halls on Nov. 15 to raise funds for the club and the upcoming spring high school and junior high school rodeo.

Rodeo Club President Brooke Allison welcomed the crowd, saying, “Rodeo isn’t just a sport, it’s a support system and family. And a large family at that, with 200 in attendance showing their support for the club and the sport of rodeo. 

With rodeo parents Sage Hiibel serving as M.C. and Tommy Lee acting as auctioneer on stage, the fundraiser successfully brought in an impressive $29,000, showcasing the remarkable generosity of Fallon families and area businesses.

The event featured a fantastic tri-tip dinner catered by The Venue, which also donated the meat; fabulous desserts; a 50/50 raffle; and plenty of fun. 

The live, jaw-dropping silent auction items included a variety of donations too large to fit on the display table, such as a ton of hay, a hockey table (a flatbed trailer), and beautiful antique furniture. Long-time rodeo supporter Teresa Hiibel donated four bottles of her highly coveted homemade Irish cream, which brought in over $800. Silent auction items ranged from tasty treats to rodeo gear, gift baskets, and gift certificates, all revving up a little good-hearted rivalry among bidders – all for a great cause.

The club thanks all the parent volunteers, sponsors, donors, and attendees for their support. Don’t forget to show your support when it’s rodeo time!