Gamers raise over $14,000 to help classmate

Proving that video game players aren't the cold, robotic androids that most media reports like to portray them as, gamers in Kaukauna, Wisconsin held an event yesterday to raise money for a classmate who was struck by a drunk driver. (I live in Minnesota and would normally be required to make a joke right there, but this is not the time or place) The result? Over $14,000 raised.

All of the money raised will to go the hospitalized Tiffany Pohl as part of her recovery. Tony Bushner of the Kaukana Gamer's Club said, "It was successful to a degree that none of us even dreamed of, and we are all deeply touched by the community's involvement." Pretty impressive for an event that sold $1 raffle tickets for things like a Nintendo Wii and 50 cent tickets to play games like Guitar Hero, DDR, and Super Smash Bros.

You think this story will make the national news? Not when they would rather blame all the world's ills on games and gamers. We need more positive stories like this to come from the gaming community. Great job Kaukana!