Tickets for The Salvation Army's Unmasking the Singer are now available

The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command has put tickets on sale for its annual Unmasking the Singer fundraiser, set for April 24 at Town and Country Inn and Suites in Quincy; organizers say proceeds stay local to support the emergency shelter.

The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command has announced that tickets are on sale for its annual fundraiser, Unmasking the Singer. The event features local celebrities and community members from the Quincy and Hannibal areas performing head-to-head while wearing full mascot costumes to conceal their identities. Organizers report that every dollar raised stays local to support the Emergency Shelter. Matt Schmidt, the Salvation Army Quincy Area Command development director, said the shelter is nearly at capacity most nights, with 18 beds typically full and extra cots set up during cold weather. Key details: - Date and time: April 24 at 6 p.m. at Town and Country Inn and Suites in Quincy. - Ticket prices: $75 per person or $550 for a table of eight. - Contact information: Heather Martin at 217-231-5674 or [email protected]. - Event format: Local celebrities and community members perform in full mascot costumes and compete for audience votes. - Use of funds: Proceeds are reported to remain local and support the Quincy Area Emergency Shelter, including room availability and related services. Summary: The event is presented as a community fundraiser to raise money for the local emergency shelter and related housing support. The fundraiser is scheduled for April 24 at 6 p.m., and tickets have been announced as available.