The United Way Estevan will once again benefit from the culinary skills and generosity of local residents, thanks to Tundra Energy Marketing Ltd.'s (TEML) 10th annual Cooks that Cook fundraiser Friday night at the Wylie-Mitchell Building.
More than 250 people showed up for the benefit, and raised money for the United Way's upcoming telethon on Oct. 26 and 27.
A total of 54 chefs prepared meals for this year's event. Local restaurants, community members, United Way board members and TEML employees served sample-sized food to the public.
A live auction had 20 items available and raised more than $13,000. A silent auction and a raffle were also part of the event.
It was noted that in its first nine years, Cooks that Cook raised more than $275,000 combined for the United Way, and organizers were hoping to clear the $300,000 mark in cumulative funds this year.
Cooks that Cook is TEML's primary fundraiser for the United Way each year.
United Way board member Wendy Gustafson applauded TEML for their commitment to the United Way. She reminded the crowd that the money raised would be distributed to the United Way's 15 member agencies and community partners.
