BLOCK ISLAND, RI (July 8, 2020) – Thanks in part to the generosity of its guests, Ballard’s Beach Resort is thrilled to announce it has donated $8,000 to two local charities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The donations will be split evenly between Block Island Volunteer Fire & Rescue and Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation.
While admission at Ballard’s is free, guests at Ballard’s on July 5th were asked for a $10 donation at the door to help support these charities. Block Island Volunteer Fire & Rescue had to cancel its annual steak fry on July 4th – an event which typically raises enough money to support the organization throughout the year. Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation has also experienced decreased donations and has been forced to cancel several fundraisers due to the pandemic.
Ballard’s collected $4,000 in donations and resort owner Steven Filippi and his wife, Lauren, matched those funds, bringing the total donation to $8,000.
“While the $4,000 each of these organizations received won’t replace what they would have raised independently, we hope it lessens the sting. By many people making a small donation, we were able to make a big impact – together – for our community. That is a true display of the island values I’ve come to know,” said Filippi, who is also president of the Block Island Tourism Council. “During these unprecedented and difficult times, Ballard’s is proud and humbled we are able to give back to the community that has given us so much. I invite my fellow business and community leaders to do the same if they’re able.”
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About Ballard’s Beach Resort
Ballard’s has been a family owned and operated business since 1952. Ballard’s is an iconic oceanfront resort on Block Island setting the standard for fun as the premier beach party destination on their private beach open to the public. Open seasonally from May – September annually, Ballard’s is the ultimate summer party spot. Ballard’s is open daily and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner; has a sushi and raw bar; offers indoor and outdoor oceanfront dining and bars; has three tiki bars on Ballard’s private beach; beach service of food and beverage to your chair; beach rentals of chairs & umbrellas and a limited number VIP Cabanas. Ballard’s is known for their menu serving Lobster 13 Ways and their fresh Pineapple Drinks! Information at www.BallardsBI.com.
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