2026 JAIL N BAIL FUNDRAISER

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2026 Jail N Bail Fundraiser
Presented by the Clay County NC Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

YOU’RE UNDER ARREST… FOR A GOOD CAUSE!

Local law enforcement will be “arresting” community leaders, business owners, and other good-natured suspects and locking them up at Clay County Historical & Arts Council’s historic Old Jail, all to raise bail in support of the Clay County NC Chamber of Commerce.

The Crime: 
Caring too much about our community and supporting local businesses!

The Sentence:
Locked up at the Old Jail 21 Davis Loop Rd, Hayesville, NC 28904

Each “inmate” must raise a minimum of $800 in bail (donations) to be released. 
All funds go directly toward the Chamber’s programs and mission to support our local business community.

How It Works:
“Inmates” are arrested by local law enforcement and taken to a jail cell at the Old Jail Museum.

Once behind bars, they’ll call friends, family, coworkers, and customers to help post bail and earn their freedom!

Get Involved:
Volunteer to be an inmate.
Nominate your boss, coworker, or a local personality to be “arrested.”
Make a donation toward someone’s bail—or directly to the Chamber.

For more details, inmate sign-ups, sponsorships, or to pre-pay someone’s bail, contact:

Jim Rich, Executive Director
Clay County NC Chamber of Commerce
📞 828‑389‑3704
✉️ director@claychambernc.com



Thank you for supporting the Clay County NC Chamber of Commerce!

Every dollar raised helps fund community events, local business programs, and economic development right here in Clay County.