MATTHEWS – Matthews Alive had a record year, raising $144,062 for nearly 40 nonprofits, including Marvin Ridge High School Band, Sun Valley High School Band and Sweet Union Quilt Guild.
More than 2,200 volunteers and representatives from over 40 nonprofits serve in various capacities during the Labor Day festival.
Sales of carnival rides, games, attractions, food vendor, booth rentals and sponsorships generate proceeds, which are shared by nonprofits that worked or participated in the event.