A Mannford grocery store is putting a twist on fundraising with a supermarket sweep-style shopping spree to benefit two school programs.
Phelps Market is partnering with the Made in Oklahoma Coalition and Mannford Public Schools to raise money for Mannford Middle School’s esports program and Mannford High School’s speech and debate team.
How the shopping spree works
Students are selling raffle tickets for a chance to win a shopping spree featuring Made in Oklahoma products. Winners will have seven minutes to fill their carts, with prizes valued at $1,000.
The raffle drawing will take place Nov. 5, and the shopping spree is scheduled for Nov. 7 at Phelps Market. The store will also hold a sale featuring Made in Oklahoma products.
Four winners will participate in the shopping spree, and each will be allowed to bring one person to help them shop. An additional giveaway will offer two more people the chance to participate, along with about $1,000 in gift cards.
Supporting Mannford students
Mannford Public Schools representative Misty Chestnut said the funds will help the esports team maintain technology, travel to competitions and explore college opportunities that could lead to scholarships.
The money will also help the speech and debate team cover competition and travel expenses.
Phelps Market Manager Daraka McCrackin said the idea grew out of a similar event the store hosted the previous year.
The Phelps family has operated the store since 1969 and has a long history of supporting the community.
How to enter
Raffle tickets are available through Mannford Middle and High School students. People can also contact Mannford Middle School or Phelps Market for information on purchasing tickets.
Tickets are $5 each or $20 for 5.
The additional shopping spree giveaway is available through the Phelps Market Facebook page.