When Shayna Sharp suggested a purse bingo as a fundraiser for the Women's Club of Manheim, she hoped the event would draw a crowd. She was right. For the seventh year, the club will host the bingo, and although it's not happening until February, tickets will go on sale Friday, Dec. 26.

"Tickets are available until we sell out. We will be selling a total of 275 tickets," Sharp said. "Last year we did sell out within a week of tickets being available, so I would recommend getting them right away."

The Designer Purse Bingo will be held on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, in the cafeteria of Manheim Central High School, 400 E. Adele Ave. The doors will open at noon, and the first game will begin at 1 p.m.

"There will be 20 regular bingo games as well as four special games," Sharp said, noting that people will also have the opportunity to win a variety of prizes. "We usually have 40-plus (giveaways) ranging from event tickets to gift cards to themed baskets. There will also be a 50/50. We will have food, including sandwiches from R&K Subs, hot dogs, Philly Pretzel Factory soft pretzels, chips, baked goods from Amy's Mixing Bowl and drinks."

All of the bingo games will be played for purse prizes, including Coach, Michael Kors and Kate Spade purses.

"The event is a fun-filled day where people can spend time with their friends while supporting their community," Sharp commented. "We have many large friend groups who come each year because of what a great time they have. We have a variety of quality purse options and (giveaway) items to hopefully meet everyone's interest."

While the event provides a fun afternoon out, it also gives back.

"One hundred percent of everything we raise will go back into the Manheim community," Sharp said. "In 2025, due to this event doing so well, we were able to give $15,000 in community grants to 21 different applicants. Each year we also award $8,000 in scholarships to senior girls at Manheim Central High School."

Additionally, the club provides Christmas gifts for more than 30 children within the school district.

"We would not be able to do everything we are able to do without the success of fundraising events like this bingo," Sharp remarked.

She noted that the event's success can be credited to numerous supporters.

"I suggested that we try this event originally because bingos were something my mom and I enjoyed going to," she said. "I would have never imagined how successful this event would be for our organization. This event is truly only successful because of all of the amazing businesses and community members who sponsor purses and/or donate (giveaway) items. We have been so fortunate to receive the level of community support that we do each year."

Among the businesses providing sponsorships this year are Buchmoyer Electric LLC, Witman Auctioneers, CPRS Physical Therapy and Buch Funeral Homes.

"We have also received (giveaway) donations from Grocery Outlet, Molly's Convenience, China One, Harrington Hoists Inc, Laserdome, Manheim Twin Kiss, Tony's Mining Company and Tiny Town," Sharp said.

Students from the Interact Club from Manheim Central High School have also been helping with the event for many years, and the club members appreciate the help.

Sharp emphasized the mission of the Women's Club of Manheim is to serve.

"If you are a woman and are interested in giving back to the Manheim community, then the Women's Club is a great option for you," she said. "We have a variety of activities to get involved in, but most importantly, everything we do gives back to our community. Our main fundraisers include our mac and cheese stand at the Manheim Farm Show, our homemade Christmas cookie sale and the Designer Purse Bingo."

Anyone interested in joining the club may contact the membership chair, Karen Lewis, at klewis1835@yahoo.com.

Nonprofit organizations serving the Manheim community are invited to apply for grants of up to $1,000 awarded by the club. To request an application, email to wcmanheimgrants@gmail.com.

The club will also award $2,000 each to four senior girls at Manheim Central who are interested in continuing their education after high school. Interested senior girls can get the application in the high school guidance office or request the application by sending an email to womensclubeducation@gmail.com. 

Donations and sponsorships are still being accepted for the purse bingo. Any business or individual interested in donating or sponsoring may contact Sharp at shaynaesharp@gmail.com.

To purchase tickets for the Designer Purse Bingo, visit https://womens-club-of-manheim.square.site. Tickets will go live for sale on Dec. 26.