Join Us for an Exciting Basketball Fundraiser Benefiting Basic Needs Inc & SoWashCo CARES!

Get ready for an action-packed evening as local police officers 🚓 and firefighters 🚒 team up with Park High School’s Varsity Boys & Girls Basketball teams 🏀 to battle it out on the court—all for a great cause!

The Battle of the Badges is more than just a game—it’s a chance for our community to come together, support a vital local nonprofit, and have a blast while doing it!

Who’s Playing? 🔥🚒🚓

🔥 Local Fire Departments 🚒: Cottage Grove Fire, Marathon Fire, Newport Fire
🚔 Local Law Enforcement 🚓: Cottage Grove PD, Saint Paul Park PD, Washington County Sheriffs Department
🏀 Park High School Boys & Girls Varsity Teams

🦓 Referee: Saint Paul Park Mayor Keith Franke
🪙 Coin Flip: State Rep. Wayne Johnson
🏀 Ball Toss County Comm. Karla Bigham

This event is presented by Marathon and sponsored by Van Meter! Their generous support is helping make this event and our programs possible!

Event Details

📅 Date: May 17th, 2025
⏰ Game Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Park High School, Cottage Grove, MN
🎟️ Tickets: $10 Adult | $5 Student (Pay at the door or buy online!)

Plus—Raffle Baskets & Prizes!🎟️ 🎉

In addition to the game, there will be exciting raffle baskets and prizes to win! Each raffle ticket purchased at the game gives you a chance to take home something special while supporting the basic needs of our students, families, and community!

How You Can Help

🔹 Donate: Every dollar counts! Your contributions will help Basic Needs continue our mission of serving families in need.
🔹 Buy a Ticket: Come cheer on your local heroes and student-athletes! 🏀
🔹 Share This Campaign: Spread the word and encourage friends, family, and colleagues to get involved.

Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of our neighbors. Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, community spirit, and giving back!

Why Your Support Matters

All proceeds fuel the mission of Basic Needs Inc. and SoWashCo CARES—two hometown heroes helping local families thrive! From fresh food and thrift vouchers to school supplies and emergency help for students and families, your support brings comfort, hope, and smiles to neighbors when they need it most. 💙

With rising costs and increasing community needs, your generosity will help ensure that families facing food insecurity and financial challenges receive the support they deserve.

Thank you to our sponsors Marathon Petroleum & Van Meter! 💙

Battle of the Badges - Supporting Basic Needs Inc & SoWashCo CARES

Local PD & Fire Team Up with Park HS to Battle for Basic Needs!