Hanna Community Fund Barbeque a Success

APRIL 2, 2025 |

Photo – Whole pig being cooked on very large grill – Courtesy Larry Million of Hanna

In Hanna, a Hanna resident has raised over $1400 over the weekend to help community members in need.

On Saturday, March 29th, Hanna resident Larry Million held a town barbecue to raise money to assist struggling families. Speaking to Bigfoot99 before the event, Million said donations will be used to help residents who have experienced a tragic life event, such as a house fire.

Bigfoot99 reached out to Million after the community barbeque. The Hanna resident said the event exceeded his expectations.

The weather proved favorable for the Hanna Community Barbeque. Million said rain and snow had been forecasted for Saturday afternoon. However, the precipitation held off until after the event.

Million said $1423 was raised during the Hanna Community Barbeque. The Hanna resident also said he was pleased by the amount of support he received from his fellow townspeople, including members of the governing body.

Million also said his wife delivered 10 meals to residents who were unable to physically attend Saturday’s barbeque.

The Hanna Hometown Market contributed 144 packs of buns. The town’s volunteer fire department provided free water and ice for the event.

Million said he spent roughly $1000 on the community barbeque. However, the Hanna resident said he was not trying to recuperate the money he spent to host the event. Every penny raised is going into the Hanna Community Fund to help residents in need.

Million established the Hanna Community Fund Incorporated, a 502(c)(3) recognized non-profit organization, to manage and distribute the donated money. Million said he would like to recruit additional members to the fund’s board to help plan future charity events.

To volunteer as a board member or to assist the Hanna Community Fund during a future event, call Larry Million at 307-321-4365.

Million said he would like to work with the newly re-established Hanna Recreation Board to hold another community fundraiser during this summer’s King Coal Days celebration.