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Cenex Hometown Throwdown - 4th Place
Fourth Place Finish
Windmill Days worked hard to spread the word and encourage the community to vote for us in the Hometown Throwdown. Thanks to that incredible support, Windmill Days finished in 4th place nationwide and was awarded $10,000!
We are so grateful to everyone who voted, shared, and helped rally behind Windmill Days. This award is a true reflection of the community spirit that makes Baldwin so special.
Thank You Cenex
Windmill Days would like to give a huge thank you to Cenex for this incredible opportunity through the Hometown Throwdown!
Each year, Cenex invites communities with a local Cenex presence to showcase why their hometown festival is one of the best. From the applications to the stories shared, Cenex truly takes the time to learn about the heart of each community. Their team carefully reviews every entry, asks thoughtful questions, and narrows the selection down to just five finalists nationwide.
It is truly a wonderful program and an amazing way for Cenex to make a meaningful impact in communities across the country.
Thank you to Cenex for believing in hometown celebrations and the communities behind them and thank you to everyone who voted, shared, and supported Windmill Days along the way. ❤️
Investing Our Hometown Throwdown Winnings
Windmill Days has big dreams for our community and a vision for creating experiences and spaces that can be enjoyed for generations to come.
From bringing a community pavilion to Baldwin, to expanding year-round events and activities, to continuing to create positive and lasting improvements throughout our town, we are always looking toward the future and how we can continue building something meaningful for everyone.
At this time, the Hometown Throwdown winnings are being kept in a separate savings account where the funds can continue working for us and earning interest while we thoughtfully plan and work toward making those dreams a reality.
We believe this investment is not just for Windmill Days, but for the entire Baldwin community and the future opportunities it can create for residents and visitors alike.
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Cenex is the energy brand of CHS Inc., America’s largest cooperative refiner. We stand as a leader in the energy industry, offering top-quality fuels, lubricants and propane products. Since 1931, Cenex products have been keeping farms, businesses and fleets running smoothly while fueling vehicles and heating homes across the country.
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Cenex actively champions unique community initiatives, from transforming scrap metal into valuable resources to sponsoring local youth baseball teams and cherished festivals. Cenex's support is tailored to each community's distinctive projects and efforts, reflecting their commitment to the places where they operate.