ROCKINGHAM — Two Richmond County first responder agencies are again gearing up for food-based fundraisers.
The Richmond County Rescue Squad is hosting its annual barbecue and chicken plate sale starting at 11 a.m. Friday.
The fundraiser, always held the first Friday in May, features $10 plates that also included baked beans, slaw and dessert. Orders of six plates or more can be delivered.
Proceeds from the sale — which is the agency’s largest fundraiser — will go toward the rescue squad’s general fund to continue operations including fuel for the vehicles and servicing current and purchasing new equipment.
In addition to what’s brought in from the annual sale, the squad receives an annual allocation from the county budget as well as a quarterly check from the United Way of Richmond County.
For orders or more information, call 910-895-9516.
On Saturday, the Derby Volunteer Fire Department will be dishing out spaghetti for its annual fundraiser.
The $10 plates include spaghetti, a salad, roll and dessert.
Plates are available for take-out or dine-in at the department, and orders of 10 plates or more are available for delivery.
Like the rescue squad, the fire department receives an annual allotment from the county.
The department celebrated its 40th anniversary in late 2023.
For more information, call 910-417-1589.
