The ARVC Foundation on Tuesday announced it raised $60,000 at its annual auction held on November 11 at the 2021 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) in Raleigh, North Carolina.
According to a post on the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds’ (ARVC) website, the auction saw more than 40 donors participating. The proceeds will help fund grants issued by the Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund, which helps outdoor hospitality industry businesses get back on their feet after being affected by any natural disaster.
“The ARVC Foundation is so appreciative of the support shown by all in attendance and would like to thank everyone who participated in the paddle raise and auction to support our industry,” said Susan Motley, executive director of the ARVC Foundation. “The money raised will go a long way to support businesses when they need it most.”
More than $27,000 in grants has been awarded to parks recovering from wildfires, floods, and other natural disasters in the past year.
If your park is in need and would like to apply for an ARVC Foundation Disaster Relief Fund grant, click here.
The ARVC Foundation also recognized the Jackson Family Foundation the Above and Beyond Award for its continued support of the outdoor hospitality industry. The award is ARVC Foundation’s highest honor.
The Jackson Family Foundation was started in honor of Mary Emily and Nelson Jackson, who started Ocean Lakes Family Campground in South Carolina’s Myrtle Beach back in 1971. The campground began with 30 campsites and one bathhouse and eventually grew into a mega park with 859 campsites, 2,569 annual lease sites, and five bathhouses on 310 acres of oceanfront property. During the height of the summer season, Ocean Lakes employs more than 550 people, making it one of Myrtle Beach’s largest employers.
Today, the Jackson Family Foundation is a fervent supporter of the ARVC Foundation’s efforts.