Another stellar year for Sleep Cheap in Niagara Falls.
The 2018 event raised $142,962 that's a $2,500 increase over the 2017 event.
The 2018 event was once again enhanced by the sale of the WonderFalls Pass, which provides Niagara residents with an opportunity for discounted prices to some of Niagara Falls non accommodation tourist attractions.
The 2018 WonderFalls pass sales totalled $14,710.
Staff recommends this amount to be transferred to a special purpose reserve to be used to improve parks and playgrounds in Niagara Falls.
Overall, since its inception in 2015, the WonderFalls pass has raised $84,460.
20 charitable organizations will reap the benefits with the most funding going to Niagara Falls Community Outreach and the Niagara Community Foundation.
Pathstone Foundation, St. John's Ambulance, the Boys and Girls Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara Falls and the Kristen French Child Advocacy group are among the list of other groups receiving funds.
The Annual Sleep Cheap event is coordinated by the City in co-operation with members of the City’s tourism industry.