The De Soto Chamber of Commerce is asking for help to raise $20,000 for the community’s annual Fourth of July fireworks display.
In 2024, the De Soto Chamber of Commerce took over planning the annual fireworks display. The Lions Club previously organized the event.
This year’s fireworks display will be held at dark on Friday, July 4, at the baseball field behind De Soto High School.
There are several ways businesses, organizations and community members can help.
“If (someone) enjoyed the show last year and would like to help keep this long-standing tradition alive, we would appreciate any and all donations,” said Sarah Greenlee, the chamber’s office coordinator.
Donations may be sent through Venmo at venmo.com/desotomochamber.
In addition, the following Adopt-A-Firework sponsorships are available: Grand Finale, $2,000; Strobing Thunder, $1,000; Pink Peonie, $750; Whistling Dragon, $500; Sonic Boom, $250; and Golden Sparkler, $100. The sponsors will be recognized on the chamber’s Facebook page.
Businesses also may place collection jars at their checkout counters and encourage customers to donate change.
Donations may be dropped off at First State Community Bank for the Chamber Fireworks account. Checks may be sent to De Soto Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 23, De Soto, 63020.
For more information, call the De Soto Chamber of Commerce at 636-586-5591 or email desotomo_chamber@yahoo.com.
The chamber will also collect donations on Main Street on May 31 for all of its community events, including the fireworks show.