NICEVILLE, Fla. –The Fireworks Trust Fund of Niceville is organizing a Boston butt sale and a 50/50 drawing this month to gather funds for the yearly Niceville-Valparaiso July 4th fireworks exhibition.
“The Fireworks Trust Fund is thrilled to announce that the annual 4th of July Fireworks Show over Boggy Bayou will be fully funded by donations from the community for another year,” the trust fund said in an announcement.
“This cherished tradition has been a staple in the Niceville‐Valparaiso area for many years, and the Fireworks Trust Fund is proud to continue to support it through the generosity of local businesses and community members.”
The trust fund is selling smoked Boston butts for $40 each or three for $100. Pickup is from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, June 30, at the Mullet Festival site.
Tickets for the Boston butts can be purchased online here or at several locations throughout the community, including the Niceville Public Library, the Niceville Senior Center, Valparaiso City Hall, Niceville City Hall, or from any Fireworks Trust Fund member.
In addition, the trust fund is also holding a 50/50 drawing. The suggested donation for the drawing is $5 for each ticket or 5 tickets for $20. Half of the proceeds from the drawing will go to the winner, and the other half will go to the trust fund. The drawing will be held on Friday, June 30, at the Mullet Festival site at 6 p.m.
“We are excited to offer these new ways for the community to support the annual 4th of July Fireworks Show,” said Sheila Bishop, spokes person for the Fireworks Trust Fund.
“Not only can you enjoy delicious Boston butts, but you can also potentially win big in our 50/50 drawing.”
The Fireworks Trust Fund is a non‐profit organization that relies solely on donations from local businesses and community members to fund the annual 4th of July Fireworks Show over Boggy Bayou. The organization is committed to promoting safe and responsible use of fireworks and works closely with local authorities and pyrotechnics experts to ensure that all safety measures are taken during the event.
For more information on the Fireworks Trust Fund, the Boston butts, the 50/50 drawing, or donating directly to the fireworks, please visit the trust fund’s website at lightupthebayou.com.
