Manhattan Parks Foundation to Host Scholarship Fundraiser at Cox Bros. BBQ

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Manhattan Parks and Recreation Foundation will host a scholarship fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 20, at Cox Bros. BBQ, with 20% of all sales donated to foundation scholarships.

The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will feature a BBQ buffet including chicken, pork sliders, mac and cheese, baked beans, potato salad, cornbread, soft drinks, $2 beers and $3 Pott County Tea.

Special guests PJ Haggerty will perform from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by Willie the Wildcat from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include games, prizes and giveaways.

The Manhattan Parks and Recreation Foundation supports recreational programs and facilities in the community through scholarship funding and other initiatives. The foundation helps provide financial assistance to residents who might otherwise be unable to participate in parks and recreation programs.

Cox Bros. BBQ is located at 600 Fremont St. in Manhattan. No advance tickets are required for the fundraiser.

The event represents a collaboration between the local restaurant and the foundation to support community recreational opportunities through scholarship assistance for Manhattan residents.