Auburn’s Edgeview neighborhood participated in National Night Out on Aug. 1.

The neighborhood came together to provide great food and entertainment for the kids.

Organizers had multiple raffle prizes donated by local businesses. Everyone who brought donations were entered into a raffle.

All told, the neighborhood contributed 666 pounds of food and $848 to the Auburn Food Bank.

In addition, the event donated a car full of school supplies and $605 to Communities In Schools of Auburn.

“We are so proud to live in such a generous community,” Lauren Clark said.

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community.