The Mid-Prairie softball team is hosting a Homerun Derby and Hit-A-Thon Thursday evening at 6p.m. at Carr, Vincent, Gould Field in Kalona.

Members of the community are able to sponsor a varsity softball player to help raise money for the organization. Sponsors can pledge by hit or flat rate. Admission is $1 and a full concession stand will be available. All proceeds from the evening will be donated to Special Olympics Iowa to assist with the cost of new baseball and softball equipment and uniforms.