There couldn’t have been a more perfect day for a swim – or a leap – into Lake Lanier than Saturday.
With a bright blue sunny sky and warm sun, participants in the annual Leap for Literacy were ready to cool down and raise money for WEE Books, a local nonprofit organization aimed at providing a free book each month to Dawson County children aged 0-5 enrolled in their program.
“We’ve had the most beautiful day we’ve ever had – weather wise and temperature wise – and we’re in good spirits,” said Marge Carey, cofounder of WEE Books.
This year’s Leap for Literacy fundraiser raised $5,000 and counting, with more donations pledged according to WEE Books Treasurer Arlene McClure.
Annual Leap for Literacy raises over $5,000
Money will provide free books to local children
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