I Spy

September 23, 2019
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When looking at photographs of the Iowa State Fairgrounds, it sometimes feels like looking at an “I SPY” book. Remember these? Growing up, I would stare at each colorful page for hours, trying to find the specific items.

Let’s play the game. How many ways can the Blue Ribbon Foundation be spotted in this photo?

 

I Spy…a Volunteer T-Shirt. This is an easy item to spot. More than 650 people volunteer roughly 5,628 hours during the Iowa State Fair. These special t-shirts make each volunteer stand out in the crowd.

I Spy…the classic Sky Glider. SkyFair, Inc not only operates the ride for us to use at the Corndog Kickoff but also gives the Foundation coupons to use in auction packages at the event. Maybe you won a free ride with the new Scratch Ticket Prize game.

I Spy…an Iowa State Fair hat. There are still hats (and other merchandise) available for sale in the online State Fair Store.

I Spy… 6 concession stands that support the Corndog Kickoff. Each year, vendors donate Fair food samples to serve to guests. It’s a great way for Fairgoers to warm up their appetites in July. Thank you, Brad and Harry’s Cheese Curds, Dawghouse Concessions, Iowa Pork Producers Association, The Best Around, McConnell Concessions, and Campbell’s Corndogs.

I Spy… the Iowa State Capitol. Each year, the Blue Ribbon Foundation hosts Legislative Day for the General Assembly to thank them for supporting the Foundation’s capital improvement projects.

I Spy…a Hardenbrook’s souvenir cup and an Event Toyz stand – both supporters of the Corndog Kickoff.

I Spy…the golden limo – A.K.A. -the 1854 Society Golf Cart Shuttle. This golf cart is special for members to use throughout the Fair. Consider joining this membership program and taking advantage of the perks.

I Spy…a Mountain Valley Green Water Bottle. The Foundation sells these distinctive bottles of water as a fundraiser.

I Spy…a lamp post. There are lamp post plaques available as one of the many Giving Programs. Do you want to honor a special person in your life or a special event? Has a loved one recently passed away? Tribute gifts can be made in honor of a friend, to commemorate an important event, or made in memory of loved ones.

I Spy…a beautiful and clean Fairgrounds, covered with people enjoying their day at the Iowa State Fair. Most likely some of these Fairgoers are also donors, supporting the Blue Ribbon Foundation’s mission to renovate and improve the historic Iowa State Fairgrounds. Join the crowd and donate now

What do you Spy?