The Carroll Standard

Ehrlich-Kane Campaign Raises $725,505 in 18 Days

ANNAPOLIS - The Ehrlich/Kane campaign today announced it raised more than $725,000 from more than 3,000 contributors during the 18-day reporting period from August 11 to August 29, 2010.  The campaign has in excess of $2.5 million cash on hand.

“These outstanding results reaffirm that Marylanders are tired of the status quo, and are ready to get Maryland working again,” said Governor Ehrlich.  “Thanks to the generosity of thousands of families and small businesses across our state, the momentum remains ours heading into the Fall campaign.  This impressive fundraising performance demonstrates how many Marylanders embrace our plan to create jobs and lower taxes.    I want to personally thank each and every contributor for all of their support.”

Ehrlich/Kane Campaign Fundraising Facts - August 11-29, 2010 reporting period:

Raised:                                                $725,505

Cash on Hand:                                    $2,506,198

Maryland donors:                               98%

Number of contributions:                   3,040

Number of new donors:                     41%

Donations of $100 or less:                  2,086 (69%)

--Bob Ehrlich for Maryland Committee