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Friends, family, and neighbors are coming together to support Sam Smith and his family during his courageous fight against esophageal cancer. A community benefit will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 2:00\u20138:00 p.m. at the Paulding Eagles, 206 W. Perry St. in Paulding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event will raise funds to help ease the financial strain of Sam\u2019s ongoing medical care while providing vital support to his loved ones during this difficult time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Event Highlights<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doors open at 2:00 p.m. \u2013 Silent Auction begins, with snacks available while supplies last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Child-Friendly Activities (2:00\u20135:00 p.m.) \u2013 Kids can enjoy a bounce house, face painting, rock painting, cotton candy, and balloon animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food served (4:00\u20137:00 p.m.) \u2013 A delicious meal will be available, with beverages offered until 7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Auction and Raffle (5:00 p.m.) \u2013 The live auction begins at 5:00 p.m. followed by a purse and gun raffle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Angie Stoller will generously provide rides from the Eagles to the golf outing and back at no cost. Riders are welcome to give a free-will donation. Angie is donating her personal time and vehicle, and rides are not affiliated with or on behalf of the Sam Smith Benefit or Golf Outing. To arrange a ride, contact Angie at 419-506-1533.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How You Can Help<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The benefit offers many ways for the community to show support\u2014through attending, bidding in the auction, enjoying food and family activities, or making donations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Gina at (419) 302-3865 with any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For event updates and more information, visit the \u201cSam Smith Benefit\u201d page on Facebook.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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