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Charlotte-area fitness community hosts 8th annual 'Beers and Burpees'

Over 25 gyms across the Queen City came together to work out, drink beer and raise money for the Dream on 3 charity organization.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The fitness community in the Charlotte area hosted their eighth annual Beers and Burpees charity event Saturday.

Over 25 gyms across the Queen City came together at Crossfit Charlotte on Monroe Road to work out, drink beer and raise money for the Dream on 3 charity organization. Dream on 3 is a local wish-granting organization whose mission is to make "sports dreams come true for children with chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities or life-altering conditions.

On Saturday, the community surprised a young man with tickets to an Ohio State football game. Kyle Branscum, the dream recipient, says he is a huge Buckeyes fan and the community celebrated his love for sports by presenting him and his family with game tickets.

According to the event's website, the event raised over $50,000 last year and hope to raise $100,000 by the end of Saturday's event.

Those interested in helping Dream on 3 can click here for more information.

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