Russell Twp. – The Yoder Brothers Foundation continues to award $1.6 million and counting in local scholarships, in a loving tribute to the memory of two young men — local brothers — who both died in tragic, separate accidents.
Joshua Allen Yoder was just a few weeks short of his 18th birthday when he died in an auto accident in 1996. Seven years later, his brother, Tyler Gabriel Yoder, died in an accident a few short months after turning 18. Both were kind, loving young men who had so much to offer the world they left behind just as they embarked toward their college educations.
Through the Yoder Brothers Foundation, their memory will be preserved forever. The foundation serves Geauga County youth by providing more than $80,000 in renewable scholarships for four-year or technical education annually to students from Cardinal, Berkshire, and (formerly) Newbury schools. As it has grown, the scholarship has expanded to additional districts, including Chardon Schools beginning last year. To date, the Yoder Brothers Foundation has awarded more than $1.6 million to the local community.
The signature fundraiser of the scholarship foundation is its 4th Annual Reverse Raffle, which will be held on July 14, 2023 from 6-11 pm at the EOUV, 8636 Pekin Road, Russell Township. Tickets are $80 per person and include dinner, an open bar, entertainment, and a raffle number. Bring along friends for a fun and entertaining evening dancing to the beats of DJ Gaz.
The event features a $5,000 grand prize, silent auction, and fish bowl raffle. An amazing array of raffle items will be available, including vacation getaways, Cleveland dining, shopping, and entertainment experiences, autographed merchandise, and so much more.
