“5 Guys and a Pi” Contest Raises Funds for Charity

Mountain Gate Family Restaurant in Thurmont hosted the 5 Guys and a Pi Contest on Pi Day, March 14, to benefit a non-profit of the winner’s choice.

In the running were several well-known faces around Thurmont:

Thurmont Police Chief Dave Armstrong – Supporting Tunnels to Towers Foundation.

Commissioner Bill Blakeslee – Supporting Thurmont Food Bank.

Jerry Free – Supporting Scout Troop 270.

Commissioner Wayne Hooper – Supporting St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Mayor John Kinnaird – Supporting Thurmont Food Bank.

Community members cast their votes for $1.00 each at Mountain Gate Family Restaurant, Weis Markets, and the Thurmont Town Office, rallying behind their favorite contestants and charities.

At precisely 3:14 p.m., the winner was revealed in true Pi Day spirit. Pastor Sally Joyner-Giffin of the Thurmont Food Bank announced the victor by playfully delivering a cream pie straight to Commissioner Bill Blakeslee’s face!

In total, the event raised $1,054, all of which will be donated to the Thurmont Food Bank, Blakeslee’s chosen charity. Adding to the generosity, Catoctin Colorfest, Inc. made an additional contribution of $2,054, making a remarkable impact on the local food bank.The 5 Guys and a Pi Contest not only brought laughter and friendly competition, but it also showcased the spirit of giving in Thurmont.

Pictured from left are Keith McCleaf, Thurmont Police Chief Dave Armstrong, Thurmont Commissioner Bill Blakeslee, Thurmont Mayor John Kinnarid, Thurmont Commissioner Wayne Hooper, Jerry Free, and Dean McCleaf.

Commissioner Bill Blakeslee takes a pie in the face on Pi Day for a good cause.

Carol Robertson with Catoctin Colorfest, Inc. stands with the “five guys for Pi” while presenting Pastor Sally (center) with the added donation of $2,054 to the Thurmont Food Bank.