The Ducky Wucky River Race is the premeire fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Ayer, Harvard, Shirley & Devens. Each sponsored duck raises funds for the Rotary to support many charitable causes, including:

• Local food pantries

• High school scholarships

• Youth sports programs

• Ramps for housebound individuals

• Dictionaries for third graders

• Support for local fire and police departments

• Support for veterans, senior citizen and youth programs

• International relief efforts

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