Chain Gangs
The Chain Gang works like this:
A group determines they would like to help save the prison in their own way. They might want to sell handmade art with depictions of the prison; hold a bake sale, create a fundraising event, or a door-to- door campaign. The group registers in the program, and receives an official endorsement and marketing materials to assist them in their efforts.
The group is asked to invite another group to "link" to their program. This group then creates their own way of raising funds. After this new group links to their chain, they are asked to introduce another group to their chain, and so on.
A "lifer" is selected by the Heritage Area to head each chain. "Lifers" will keep the groups in their chain encouraged and provide support when needed. Each chain may have twenty links as a result of the care of this one "lifer."
There may be more than 40 chains with 20 links, all holding a variety of fundraisers throughout the Yuma area. The Chain and the group that raises the most money by March 10, 2010 (the 3:10 to Yuma fundraising event at the prison) will receive a variety of prizes, annual passes and entrance fees to planned special events.
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Current Chains/Links
K.I.D.S. Cuddlekit Closet - Feb. 17 - Mar 29,*2010
This local non-profit group is selling 6 different commemorative prints of the prison and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the prison. Photographer Julie Evans is donating the photographs for this project. K.I.D.S. recently authored and published a book that includes a page about the prison. To view the photos of the prints and place an order for prints, visit www.cuddlekit.org or call 928-373-8152.
Raffle for Burrito and Champagne Brunch at Phantom Wash - Feb. 17 - Feb.*27, 2010
The Yuma County Historical Society is raffling a brunch at Phantom Wash for you and 19 of your closest friends. You will be caravanned up to the wash where a brunch awaits and champagne will be served in a commemorative flute. Tickets are $5 each or 5 tickets for $20, with the drawing to be held Feb. 27, 2010.* Purchase tickets at the Yuma County Historical Society at the*Sanguinetti House Museum,*240 S. Madison Avenue, Yuma, AZ 85364 or call 928-782-1841.
Ginormous Raffle*- Feb. 17 - Mar. 1, 2010
Hundreds of vendors at the Yuma River Daze Festival, as well as other local businesses, have donated prizes for a ginormous raffle.* The $5* tickets may be purchased at 180 W. 1st Street, Suite C in Yuma. They are also available at the free Sunday Concert Series at the Quartermaster Depot each Sunday until March 1, 2010. Call 928-782-5712 for more information. Winners will be called and also posted on www.savetheprison.com*after 3/1/2010.**VIEW A LIST OF THE WINNERS AND PRIZES!
Free Sunday Concert Series at Quartermaster Depot - Feb. 28, 2010
Featuring the "Two Balloons", this free concert offers an opportunity visit the new Visitors Information Center and enjoy local entertainment and sunshine. Donations accepted for the prison.
The Cindy Klein Memorial Handbell Choir & Chancel Choir - Feb. 28, 2010
This talented group will peform at 4:00 pm at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 3030 E. 8th Avenue. No charge for admission*-- all*proceeds of a voluntary collection will go to*"Save the Prison"
The Outlaws of Yuma Performance - Mar. 6, 2010
Outlaws of Yuma will perform at the Yuma Park & Swap, 4000 S 4th Avenue, 11:00*am, noon & 1:00 pm to raise money for the prison.
Yuma Desert Runners Save the Territorial Prison Trek*- Mar. 6 2010
Enjoy a three-mile trail walk/run or a ten-mile endurance walk/run beginning from the Quatermater Depot, 201*N. 4th Avenue Yuma. Registration is $15 for adults, $5 for kids (15 and under). Check in time is 7 am; start time is at 8 am.*For more information see, www.yumadesertrunners.com*or*register at active.com. All proceeds*benefit the prison. Click here for more information.
Free Sunday Concert Series at Quartermaster Depot - Mar. 7, 2010
Featuring local high school bands, this free concert offers the oportunity to visit the park and the new Visitor Information Center -- and enjoy local entertainment and sunshine.* Donations accepted for the prison.
3:10 to Yuma Event - Mar. 10, 2010 - Please park in the lower parking lots below the prison and a shuttle will deliver to you to the front entrance. Parking attendants will assist you."
The Yuma Territorial Prison will be open for a very special day and evening of activities. Free admission from noon - 5 pm with*live entertainment, Chain Gang merchandise, and a silent auction.* Doors close at 5 pm and reopen for a 6 pm dinner with appetizers, drinks, a Johnny Cash "Folsom Prison" tribute act, a live auction, a special nod to*Hollywood and more Chain Gang merchandise on offer.* Tickets for the dinner event are $31.*
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Click here to view latest 3:10 to Yuma Event - Bring 'Um Back*Live Auction Items!
Click here to view latest 3:10 to Yuma Event - Silent but Deadly*Auction Items!
Yuma High School*Criminals Fundraiser*- Mar. 10, 2010
Link up with the Crims to forge a paper chain around the prison yard for the fundraiser. Three blue and white links are $5 - buy as many as you want, but do it by March 3rd to allow time for construction and hanging.* Mail donations to:*Carolyn Hoffmeyer, 3606 West 12th Place, Yuma, AZ 85364, make check payable to Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area (YCNHA), with "Save the Prison Fund" on the memo line. If you are a Crim,*include your "parole" (graduation year), if you are a friend or family of a grad, also note that with your Crim's year.*
Sheriff Ogden hosted lunch at the new jail annex - Mar. 11, 2010
Sheriff Ralph Ogden invites you to a BBQ luncheon in the parking lot of the new Yuma County Jail Annex. The lunch is Thursday, March 11th from 11am-1pm.* Tickets are $8 and also include a special performance by Jimmie Rae as Johnny Cash.* Johnny Cash will perform a "Folsom Prison" show at 11:45am. The Jail Annex will also be available for tours during the event. Call 782-5712 for tickets.
Beta Sigma Phi- Eta Nu Chapter - Mar. 13, 2010
Beta Sigma Phi- Eta Nu Chapter will be doing a takeover from 5:00pm to 9:0 pm at Brewer's Restaurant, 2331 S Avenue B. 10% of sales and tips going to 'Save The Prison'.
NexGen - Yuma's Next Generation Leadership Council - Mar. 13, 2010
NexGen, a local non-profit dedicated to the attraction and retention of young professionals has partnered with The Pub to host a specail event with the band, "The Troublemakers", spaghetti dinner, drink specials and other fundraising activites all for a $10 entrance fee.* The event begins at 6pm and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Territorial Prison.* NexGen has committed to a minimum $1000 donation.* Visit http://www.NexGenYuma.com for more information.
The Outlaws of Yuma Performance - Mar. 14, 2010
Outlaws of Yuma will perform at the Yuma Park & Swap, 4000 S 4th Avenue, 11:00 am & 11:45 am to raise money for the prison.
Free Sunday Concert Series at Quartermaster Depot - Mar. 14, 2010
Featuring a local Yuma Youth Chor, this free concert offers an opportunity to visit the park and the new Visitor Information Center -- and enjoy local entertainment and sunshine.* Donations accepted for the prison.
Pull Thru to Save the Prison - Mar. 19, 2010
The Foothills Bank, 2285 S 4th Avenue, is hosting an event in their parking lot to save the prison.* All of the major media partners in Yuma will be broadcasting live and promoting the various groups who will compete to see who wins the most money.* The groups are: 11am-1pm Public Service workers; 1pm-3pm Yuma High Crims Alumni; 3pm-5pm Elected officials; 5pm-7pm Local educators; and 7pm-9pm Current Yuma High Crims.
Free Sunday Concert Series at Quartermaster Depot - Mar. 21, 2010
Featuring Ballet Yuma, this free concert offers an opportunity to visit the park and the new Visitor Information Center -- and enjoy local entertainment and sunshine.* Donations accepted for the prison.
Movie Night at the Quartermaster Depot* - Mar. 21, 2010
C & C Entertainment welcomes you to a free movie night at the Quartermaster Depot to save the prison.* Buy hot dogs, popcorn, with a*prison tour guide welcoming you in.* Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and your donation.* The movie starts when the sun goes down around 7pm; the*original 3:10 to Yuma on a big screen.* Prior to the movie, they will be showing a 6 minute video about the prison.
Carla Renee's Cuisine Queen's Prime Rib Dinner - March 22
$30 per plate with $10 per plate donated to the Yuma Territorial Prison. Celebrity servers will be members of Carla Renee's cooking class. These servers' tips will also be donated to the Prison. Reservations required #928-782-0499.
Chili's Restaurant - Mar. 22-26, 2010
Chili's will be donating 10% of sales to the prison for any guest that mentions, "chain gang" or "prison" during March 22nd thru 26th.
Fraternal Order of Eagles #398 - March 26th
Aerie & Auxiliary Fraternal Order of Eagles #398 Aerie & Auxiliary will be hosting a "Save Territorial Prison Fete". Friday March 26th, 2010 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Dinner will be 3 folded tacos, rice, refried beans & salsa. $5.00 per plate, dessert extra. 225 S First Avenue, Yuma, AZ. Eat in or Take-Out.
134 Years of Inspiration - Mar. 26 - Apr. 2, 2010
Art Show & sale at the Yuma Art Center to benefit the prison.* A selection of artists are showing artwork inspired by the prison.* All items are $134 representing the 134 years the prison has been in existence.* The Art Center is located at 254 S Main Street and the museum is open daily, closed Mondays; 928-373-5202.*
The Outlaws of Yuma Performance - Mar. 28, 2010
Outlaws of Yuma will perform at the Yuma Park & Swap, 4000 S 4th Avenue, 11:00 am & 11:45 am to raise money for the prison.
Free Sunday Concert Series at Quartermaster Depot* - Mar, 28, 2010
Featuring Big JOYWOW, this free concert offers an opportunity to visit the park and the new Visitor Information Center -- and enjoy entertainment and sunshine.* Donations are accepted for the prison.
Scentsy Candles - Ongoing
Melissa Carter is doing a fundraiser for the Yuma Territorial Prison through her website http://Cherishedscents.scentsy.us. There is a link on the left hand side of the page that says "Yuma Territorial Prison Fundraiser." Click on that before you purchase so the fundraiser gets the credit. All raised proceeds will go to saving the prison.
NAU-Yuma Bracelets -* Ongoing*
AWC and NAU Yuma will be selling "Prisoner for Life" bracelets on campus.
Silpada Jewelry*
Kim Zamora will be at the "3:10 to Yuma" event selling Silpada jewelry.* She will donate a percentage to the prison for that evening and for a limited time after the event.
AVON Sales
Heather McCloud will donate 30% of sales to the prison:
http://heathermccloud.avonrepresentative.com/online_event/view.php?rep_spnsr_evnt_id=30977
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