The Loyal Christian Benefit Association (LCBA), Local Branch 1557, met on Aug. 20 at the Udder Choice Restaurant in Ephrata. The event began with a light supper, after which the meeting was opened by president Linda Mueller. The Lord's Prayer was recited.

The major topic of the business meeting was the upcoming fundraiser cash bingo to be held on Sunday, Oct. 6, at the Denver Fire Hall, 425 Locust St., Denver. In addition to special bingo games, the event will include a chance to win prizes, including gift cards and gift baskets. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m.; bingo will start at 1 p.m. The menu of food items available for purchase was finalized at the meeting. The proceeds from the bingo will be added to the group's 2024 donation fund for local nonprofit organizations.

An updated list of prospective recipients was distributed. The community nonprofits will be reviewed and finalized in October for a November disbursement of funds. LCBA members also discussed additional fundraising suggestions.

LCBA's annual picnic is being planned for Sunday, Sept. 15, to thank the members for their labors throughout the year. Officers from LCBA's home office in Erie will attend.

Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Udder Choice Restaurant, 1812 W. Main St., Ephrata, with dinner at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting at 6:30 p.m. The next meeting, scheduled for Sept. 17, will feature a presentation by David Lapp from Blessings of Hope.

The local LCBA motto is "loving God - embracing others - impacting community." New members are welcome.

For more information about the group or to order bingo tickets, call or text Robin at 717-945-3339.