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IOCP raised $1.41 million during Sleep Out Campaign | StarTribune.com

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Our friends over at IOCP got a mention in the Strib for their efforts during the Sleep Out Campaign:
Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners’ 2009 Sleep Out fundraiser received donations totaling $1.41 million, up from last year's total of $1.34 million, the Wayzata-based nonprofit says.
The $1.41 million will allow IOCP to respond to the housing needs [...]

IOCP Sleepout Update: $1,068,920 raised to assist 534 families

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IOCP has raised over $1,000,000 in it’s annual Sleepout campaign, according to it’s website.

Peter Larson featured in American Profile for his fundraising efforts for IOCP Sleepout

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Peter Larson, the young face of the IOCP Sleepout, has been featured in American Profile, a weekly magazine that “celebrates hometown American life.”  Check out this excerpt, and then click the link below to read the full story:
Peter Larson, 15, brushes his teeth, tugs a hat over his ears and hugs his mom good night [...]

IOCP Sleepout Update: $834,511 raised; Peter Larson at $60,000

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A quick update on the IOCP Sleepout to benefit families in need: The charity has been able to raise $834,511 to date, and Peter Larson has been successful in raising $60,000. Here are some more upcoming events to support the effort:
Foursome Sleep Out Benefit Day
Friday, Dec. 18, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Holiday shoppers can check out the [...]

IOCP Sleepout Event: Pizza for Peter scheduled for Sunday December 13th, 2009

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For the third consecutive year, Punch Pizza in Wayzata (1313 Wayzata Blvd. E.) will donate 50% of the day’s proceeds to support Peter Larson, a sophomore at Wayzata High School. Peter is sleeping out every night of the 40-night campaign to raise $100,000 for IOCP’s housing efforts.
Joining Punch this year is the Jon Charles Salon, [...]

Night Out at Sunset’s to benefit IOCP Sleep Out scheduled for December 1, 2009

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Enjoy a night out at Sunset’s Restaurant. On Tuesday, Dec. 1, from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., Sunset’s will donate a portion of the evening’s proceeds to the Sleep Out.
Area musicians will provide live holiday music for a truly festive evening. For reservations, call (952) 473-5253
via Night Out at Sunset’s | Interfaith Outreach & Community [...]

IOCP off to a fast start with $500,000 raised for Sleepout; Mayor Willcox issues statement praising organization

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IOCP has gotten off to a quick start with fundraising for their annual sleepout.  According to IOCP’s website, they have received pledges for over $500,000 to date.  Additionally, Mayor Ken Willcox issued this statement praising the organization and the efforts of the community:
Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) is the one organization that in my [...]

2009 IOCP Sleepout Kickoff (video)

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The 2009 IOCP Sleepout Kickoff was held last night at Klapprich Park in downtown Wayzata.  Mike Pomeranz and Sven Sundgaard from Kare 11 did much of the emceeing.  The Wayzata Cheerleaders helped to get the crowd going.  TC Bear from the Twins, the Wayzata Trojans mascot, and McGruff the Crime Dog also helped with festivities.
Peter [...]

IOCP Sleepout Kickoff tonight from 6-8 p.m. at Klapprich Park

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Saturday, Nov. 14, 6–8 p.m., Klapprich Park
300 E. Wayzata Blvd. (just east of Wayzata West Middle School)
IOCP will kick off its 2009 Sleep Out Campaign with a fun-filled and inspiring rally at Klapprich Park. Join the community to help 1,000 families have housing in the coming year.
This year’s rally includes fun activities for all ages, [...]

Follow IOCP on Twitter and set up your own fundraising page online!

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The Sleepout kick-off is right around the corner–and here are some easy ways for you to get involved:
Follow IOCP on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook!
Set up your own fund-raising page by going to https://iocp.ejoinme.org/SleepOut
Attend the Kick Off tomorrow evening at Klapprich Park!
Watch this video!