Cumby's Grand Re-Opening Packed As Madison Kicks Off Nite In Hand Fundraiser (With Video)

The grand re-opening of Cumberland Farms in downtown Madison was packed at 3 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, as Daniel Hand High School students, business leaders and politicians showed up to enjoy free food and kick off a month-long fundraiser that could bring in as much as $1,000 for the high school's Nite In Hand celebration.

"This is huge," said a very pleased George Fournier, director of marketing administration for Cumberland Farms, Inc. "This organization (Nite In Hand) is really great to work with. We're very happy with the turnout."

Twenty cents from every coffee and fountain drink sold during the next month will go to support Nite In Hand, a graduation night celebration designed to keep graduating seniors in a space that is fun and safe.

Alisa Masterson said she too was thrilled to see so many people attend, particularly the students. Masterson is one of three co-chairs of the event this year, with Joan Sauvigne Kirsch and Dale Lehman.

"It's great to see the kids here," Masterson said. "We're really, really delighted."

Preparations are underway for the event. To find out how you can get involved, you can read this announcement posted by the event organizers.

If you were there, you are welcome to add your own photos, videos and comments!

This story was originally posted at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday and updated Wednesday.