Events
The Ducks are Back and Ready to Race at the 16th Annual Duck Race
CONROE, TX – The ducks have returned to Montgomery County for the 16th Annual Duck Race benefiting Community Assistance Center (CAC). This year the ducks are making a splash at Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe on Saturday, October 7, 2023 with the 10,000 rubber ducks heading down the lazy river at 10:00 AM. Each $5 donation to adopt a duck makes a difference in providing resources and basic needs assistance to struggling individuals and families right here in Montgomery County.
CAC has a goal to launch 10,000 rubber ducks into the lazy river on event day where they will splash and bob their way to the finish line, and one lucky adoptive duck parent will win the Grand Prize of $1,000.00 in cash, sponsored by Texas First Bank. Other amazing prizes include a two-night stay at Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe, an Apple Watch SE, a Yeti Hopper Flip cooler, and more! You can catch the race on Facebook Live on event day or become an event sponsor to attend the event in person. Adoptive duck parent participants do not have to be present to win.
Proceeds from this fun-filled, “quacktacular” special event will support CAC programs which provide immediate basic needs services and financial assistance with rent and mortgage, utilities, food, clothing, emergency shelter vouchers, prescriptions, back to school assistance, transportation vouchers, education, and disaster recovery. CAC has served residents of Montgomery County for over 42 years, promoting long term solutions and stability for our Montgomery County neighbors experiencing financial hardships.
CAC is thrilled to have the generous support from our Community In Action Annual Sponsors: The Apricity Foundation, Friends of CAC, John & Debbie Templet, Linde, McOmber Ranch, The Tripathy Family, Waste Connections, Wiesner Buick GMC Hyundai, Woodforest National Bank, and Zters Site Services.
Duck Race event sponsors as of print include: Braintek, Guaranty Bank & Trust, San Jacinto River Authority, Veritex Community Bank, and 5 Point Credit Union.
Underwriting sponsors include Image 47 Studios, Silver Rock Productions, and Taylorized PR.
“This has been a challenging year for many in our community and funds raised from this event will help our neighbors get back on their feet and on the road to self-sufficiency,” said Jennifer Huffine, President & CEO of CAC. “The Duck Race is a fun and unique way to help our neighbors in need and we are continually grateful to be part of such a generous community.”
You too can make a difference right here in our community! Adopt a Duck. Help Your Neighbors in Need. Sponsorships are still available and opportunities to adopt ducks are available online by visiting www.duckrace.com/moco.
Community Assistance Center is a non-profit, social service agency providing resources to meet basic needs and improve quality of life for our neighbors in Montgomery County. CAC provides case management and assistance services such as food, clothing, emergency shelter, rental and mortgage assistance, utilities, and education to promote self-sufficiency. During its last fiscal year, CAC provided over 25,544 services to neighbors across Montgomery County through its various programs and services.
