Farmers & Merchants Bank will be the naming sponsor for the 18th annual Duck Race to benefit Family Centered Services Inc. This will be the bank’s first year as the naming sponsor for the duck race.

Family Centered Services Director of Development and Duck Race Coordinator Ashleigh King, left, accepts a $3,500 check from Farmers & Merchants Bank Business Development Officer Sara Jones. (Photo provided)

The race is scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, at at Pickett’s Run Park in Bluffton. In addition to the duck race, the event will include music, games, face painting, a foam party, bounce houses, food, and more.

Duck Race tickets will be available for purchase at FCS or from FCS employees and board members at the beginning of July.

Family Centered Services’ mission is to strengthen the community by empowering families and youth through services that educate and inspire. For more information on FCS, visit fcs-inc.net or call 260-824-8574.