Car show fundraiser raises money for local kids in need

A fundraiser in Chatham this Saturday includes classic cars, a barbecue and local vendors.

The family event, located at 450 Park Avenue West, runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds raised from food and t-shirt sales go toward Operation Backpack, providing school supplies for local kids in need.

Over the past six years, the group has handed out over 5,000 backpacks.

Organizers say this is making a big difference across Chatham-Kent. It takes about $100,000 to buy and fill 3,000 backpacks.