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Palisades-Malibu YMCA, Girl Scouts Receive Happy Hour Donations

The Yogurt Shoppe has raised more than $18,000 so far this year for local schools, organizations and charities in Pacific Palisades.

In it's ongoing fundraising efforts during their delicious frozen yogurt happy hours, has raised more than $18,000 for various organizations and charities in 2012.

Most recently, owner Kevin Sabin announced approximately $491.30 for Girl Scout Brownie Troop 5815, $587.53 for the Village Green Committee and $544.79 for the .

Happy Hour fundraisers are held on Fridays at the store from 5 to 7 p.m. and a percentage of sales during that time period goes to a local organization. Sabin said they pride themselves on being a part of the local community and building connection and are huge advocates for community support and outreach programs.

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Currently, is on The Yogurt Shoppe's fundraising block. Here's a look at who's up next.

  • - Sept. 16 through Sept. 29
  • Voice for the Animals Foundation - Sept. 30 through Oct. 13
  • Children's Tumor Foundation - Oct. 14 through Oct. 27
  • - Oct. 28 through Nov. 10
  • Girl Scouts Troop 12805 - Nov. 11 through Nov. 24
  • - Jan. 6 through Jan. 19

As the fundraiser is ongoing, Sabin said they are always looking for charities, schools or any venue they can collaborate with to raise money. Interested participants are welcome to reach out to Sabin directly at kevin@aplacetomix.com.

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