In ten years, the Sugar Plum Tour has become a cherished Akron holiday tradition — with many people marking the calendar a full year in advance!! Over the years, over 50 homes have been on tour, and over 3000 people have experienced the twinkling lights, roaring fires, sparkling trees, and extraordinary holiday decorations of homes throughout the greater Akron area. The tour has raised in excess of $240,000 for the Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation!
All funds raised are permanently invested into the GCEF, and the income generated is granted to worthy programs and services throughout the area. To date, and with your help, by the date of this year's Tour, GCEF will have awarded grants totaling over $150,000. To learn more, visit GCEF GRANT LIST.
ABOUT THIS YEAR'S SUGAR PLUM TOUR:
The 2011 Sugar Plum Tour was a huge success, with over 600 tourgoers visiting six terrific venues, and nearly 230 enjoying the patron paty. We thank all the volunteers, homeowners, sponsors and tourgoers who made the event one to remember. The tour grossed over $50,000 for the first time ever! All net proceeds will be added to the Gay Community Endowment Fund, the income from which will continue to be granted annually to worthy Akron area organizations and programs. Enjoy this video of past tour highlights by tour volunteer Mark Williams!
Save the date: Sunday, December 2, 2012 for the 11th annual Sugar Plum Tour!
