It’s an entertaining contest, but what matters most isn’t the final score, but rather the worthwhile cause for which the game will be played.

The eighth Annual Franklin Township Girls Old Timers Softball Game will be held at noon July 29 at Christman Ball Field in Franklin Township. The rain date is July 30.

The day includes a softball game, along with a basket raffle, 50/50 drawing and homemade food.

Don Rehrig, event co-organizer, said the game is open to any girl 18 or older or coach who has previously played for the Franklin Township Softball Association.

Rehrig said proceeds from this year’s game will benefit the Mahoning Valley Volunteer Fire Company No. 1.

He said that the game previously raised funds for the Franklin Township Fire Department and Lehighton Fire Department.

“We set out to help those in need,” Rehrig said. “Mahoning (Valley Fire Company) was next.”

Mark Ebbert, fire chief, Mahoning Valley Fire Department, said they are appreciate being the recipient of the proceeds that will be raised from “this fun game.”

“We’re very grateful,” Ebbert said. “It takes everybody together to be successful.”

Ebbert said that once received, the fire department will put the proceeds into its equipment fund or gear.

Over the last seven years, Rehrig said the game has raised $18,811.

In addition to the fire companies, he said the game previously raised funds for the Butch Rodgers Scholarship fund, American Legion Post 314 of Lehighton, Vanessa Hand Family, and Franklin Township Athletic Association concession stand rebuild.

Rehrig said donations would be appreciated.

“We appreciate your continued support to our organization so that we can continue to help the community,” he said. “Without your support, this game would not be successful each year.”

Anyone who wishes to participate in the game may contact Rehrig at 610-377-5607 or 610-762-9518.

Those who wish to make a donation may contact Rehrig, Jeff Smith at 610-577-6486, or Tiffany Snyder at 610-762-7974.