Power of the Purse
T-R PHOTOS BY LANA BRADSTREAM — Model Kevin Jensen showcases the Murder, Merriment and Mansion Evening auction item. Donated by the Historical Society of Marshall County, it allows for eight people to attend a murder mystery at the Mowry Irvine Mansion, complete with character roles, costumes and a period-style meal. Valued at $1,000, it sold for $1,400.
Model Sam Ibarra shows the Power of the Purse crowd a purse, hat and a bottle of champagne up for auction. Many of the live auction items from the night generated more than $400 for the Marshalltown Area United Way.
Purse and auction enthusiasts gathered in the Midnight Garden last night for the Marshalltown Area United Way Power of the Purse. Totes & Toast: Cheers to 16 Years. There were 43 live auction items and 61 silent auction items. The annual fundraiser raises money for the Marshalltown Area United Way, which supports 30 essential programs run by its partner agencies, together serving more than 15,000 individuals across Marshall County.
- T-R PHOTOS BY LANA BRADSTREAM — Model Kevin Jensen showcases the Murder, Merriment and Mansion Evening auction item. Donated by the Historical Society of Marshall County, it allows for eight people to attend a murder mystery at the Mowry Irvine Mansion, complete with character roles, costumes and a period-style meal. Valued at $1,000, it sold for $1,400.
- Model Sam Ibarra shows the Power of the Purse crowd a purse, hat and a bottle of champagne up for auction. Many of the live auction items from the night generated more than $400 for the Marshalltown Area United Way.