‘Rally for Relief’ drive-thru donation event coming to Lucas Estate in Carmel

Submitted by City of Carmel

Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam, the Carmel City Council, other city officials, Lucas Oil and OneZone Chamber are joining together to hold “Rally for Relief,” a community-wide drive-through donation event to support Central Indiana families impacted by recent devastating flooding.

The event will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Lucas Estate, 11303 Ditch Road, Carmel.

Community members are encouraged to drive through and drop off non-perishable food, household items or monetary donations to benefit flood victims and support the Hamilton County Harvest Food Bank and the Hamilton County Community Foundation.

Finkam

“Carmel is consistently recognized as one of the best places to live because of our people,” Mayor Finkam said. “When our neighbors are facing hardship, our community comes together. That is who we are. This is an opportunity for Carmel residents to once again show the generosity, compassion and willingness to help others that make this such a special place to call home.”

Katie Lucas said Lucas Oil will open the Lucas Estate for this event and join the community in supporting those affected by the disaster.

Lucas

“Our family and the Lucas Oil team love this community and are proud to call Indiana home,” Lucas said. “When people in our community are hurting, we believe it is our responsibility to step up and help. We are honored to partner with Mayor Finkam and the City of Carmel to bring people together and support families as they recover and rebuild.”

“Rally for Relief” is designed to make giving simple and accessible. Community members can drive through the Lucas Estate between 4 and 7 p.m. and drop off donations that will support local relief efforts. Special thanks to A Classic Party Rental for generously donating a large tent to keep volunteers and drop-off operations covered during the event.