Community Encouraged to Grant 'Wishes'

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The Community Foundation for Mason County is putting opportunities for the community to make a difference.

88 wishes have been submitted, totaling over $179,000 in funding requests.

The wishes span areas like the arts, youth development, the environment, community development, and health and human services.

Riverton Fire Department received one of the wishes, an $800 grant to help protect people and property.

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