Victory Brewing Co. :: Taste Victory

OCTOBERFEAST RAISED NEARLY $9,000 FOR THE BRANDYWINE VALLEY ASSOCIATION IN ITS FIRST YEAR

(Downingtown, PA) — Victory Brewing Company ends another year of both successful brewing and philanthropic contributions. In 2006, the newest charitable event conceived of by Victory Brewing founder and brewmaster Bill Covaleski was Octoberfeast. The event, held September 23, 2006, raised money for the Brandywine Valley Association and their efforts to protect Chester County’s rivers and streams. In total, nearly $9,000 was raised through a combination of ticket sales, event sponsorship, and a silent auction held day of.

“We are very pleased to have created something that was not only very enjoyable for guests, but that also was beneficial in protecting one of our area’s most important resources, the area’s waterways,” said Covaleski.

The Brandywine Valley Association is one of nearly 200 organizations charitably supported in 2006 by Victory Brewing Company. Some other notable events that helped raise money for local and regional non-profit organizations included Victory Fall Fest to support local Downingtown area fire companies and The Brewer’s Plate to support The White Dog Café Foundation. In total, more than $50,000 was donated to charitable organizations by Victory Brewing throughout the year.

“Octoberfeast helped our organization meet a stretch goal we set for the year,” said Bob Struble, Brandywine Valley Association executive director.

Looking ahead, Victory Brewing looks to continue its positive philanthropic efforts.

“In 2007, we look forward to supporting the many organizations we have in the past along with new and deserving non-profit groups,” said Covaleski.

For more information on Victory Brewing Company visit us on the web at www.victorybeer.com or contact communications coordinator Jacob Burns at jakeb@victorybeer.com, phone 610-873-0881 x109.

Victory Brewing Company
Victory Brewing is a privately held microbrewery located in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Begun by two childhood friends on the back of a school bus in 1973, the brewery formally began operations in February of 1996. Victory, Pennsylvania's widely acclaimed brewery and restaurant, now serves fans of fully flavored beers in 20 states. To learn more about Victory Brewing Company visit us on the web at www.victorybeer.com.