Wednesday, July 17, 2024–9:55 a.m.

-News Release-

Next Thursday, July 25th, marks the 13th annual Whit’s Lemonade Stand in support of the Open Door Home of Rome. Whit Molnar has raised approximately $95,000 since he created the fundraiser. This year he is hoping to pass the $100,000 mark.

Molnar was only four years old when he had the idea for the lemonade stand. It has since grown into an annual event with frozen lemonade, cakes, chocolate-dipped pretzels, and patrons crowding the sidewalk in front of the Molnar home.

Last year Molnar raised $20,500 for the youth of the ODH. Molnar said, “I really enjoy doing The Lemonade and Cookie Stand every year. I love how much it has grown as I’ve grown up. I’m very grateful for the way our community has supported The Open Door Home through my Lemonade Stand.”

The event will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. in front of the Molnar home (210 East 4th Street). Any donation receives a free lemonade and cookie and every $25 donation will receive a special gift, while supplies last. Large quantity delivery and pickup options are available in advance by calling 706-266-7708.

100% of donations go to the Open Door Home. Donations can be made in person or online at https://givebutter.com/WhitsLemonadeStand or via Venmo @whitslemonade. Checks are also accepted and should be made out to The Open Door Home.