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Annual Citrus Fruit Fundraiser

Click on the hyperlinks below to jump around this page, which is chock full of information about our gourmet quality citrus fruit at wholesale prices.  All proceeds go (100%) to charity !

About our annual Citrus Fruit Drive

The Rotary Club of Jenkintown uses citrus fruit sales as a fund raising tool.  Every dollar used to purchase citrus fruit through our club goes entirely and directly to charity.

As a direct result of a variety of fund raising efforts (like citrus fruit sales) the Rotary Club of Jenkintown gave $23,250 to local charitable and non-profit organizations during the fiscal year ending in June 2006 .  In addition, our members donated an additional $5,650 of their personal funds to international and local charitable causes.  Last year we raised over $13,000 for charity from sales of Florida citrus fruit.

But this is no ordinary citrus fruit ...

Starting in the late Fall of each year we custom order citrus fruit directly from the finest citrus groves in Florida.  Our order is custom picked, quickly packaged, and loaded onto a refrigerated truck.  The truck arrives in Jenkintown barely two days after picking and is available for sale to the general public by the box. This is the best way to enjoy the freshest citrus fruit available anywhere - and only the Rotary Club of Jenkintown offers this service to the general public.   

People tell us that fruit this fresh has a unique flavor and texture that has to be experienced to be understood. It is that special, but (as you will see by scrolling down to review pricing information) it is also a fabulous bargain! 

Why our Citrus Fruit is Special

The Rotary Club of Jenkintown sells Fresh Florida citrus from "The World's Best Citrus Company" (H and S Citrus, Inc.)

H & S Citrus is a family owned and operated business.  They pick from trees that are at least 11 years old and then, only the fruit on those trees that is truly mature. The rest is left for later harvesting, when it has had additional time to let Mother Nature take her course and it has completely ripened

The quality of citrus fruit is determined by the ratio between the sugar content and acidity. H & S repeatedly tests the fruit for this ratio, while it is in its growing stages. When it has reached the optimum balance, when the fruit is at its peak, then it is harvested.

While other packers may get their fruit from the same areas -- even the same groves as H & S Citrus, no other fruit packer matches this step by step, proven "plan for taste and freshness". Every aspect of the H & S Citrus operation (from harvesting to machinery to personnel and scheduling to transportation) is set up with one single goal in mind and that is to provide customers the most nutritious, sweetest, tastiest fruit available.

Once it has passed as "H & S quality" the fruit is washed and coated with a layer of safe, US FDA approved, water-soluble wax - which enhances the appearance and protects its freshness. (This wax is easily removed by rinsing with tap water.)

Varieties of Citrus Fruit Sold.

Note : Fruit is considered seedless if it has no more than about 6-8 seeds , but most seedless fruit has no seeds at all.
Varieties offered vary each growing season

Navel Oranges

Navels

Large and Seedless. Big, Beautiful Navels with an explosion of Sweet, Juicy flavor.

Pink Grapefruit

Ruby Red Grapefruit

The refreshing sweet taste of this all-season citrus is matched only by the vitamins tucked away under its rosy skin. As healthy as it is delicious.

We think this is the best grapefruit you'll ever taste! (Seedless) 

Honeybell Oranges
(aka Mineola Tangelos)

Honeybells

This inspired hybrid cross between a tangerine and grapefruit is sweet and juicy with a unique tangy taste all its own.

  Considered the best of all citrus fruits!  (Some have Seeds)

Available only in January

Temple Oranges

Temples

  Rich deep color and a taste to match, the easy to peel Temples are a favorite with citrus connoisseurs. (Has Seeds). 

Available only in February

Many of our customers buy fruit in quantity, then repackage it in smaller portions, which they use as gifts.

 

Others simply  put a bow on the carton for an impressive gift that is always appreciated.

Murcott Tangerines

Honey Murcotts

The sweetest tangerine available with a juicy and distinctively rich flavor. Thin, easy to peel skins, small to medium size. Just one may not be enough.  (Some have Seeds)

Offered for the first time in 2006 in either a 4/5 carton  (40 pounds) or in individual bags (8 pounds)

Available only in February

Valencia Oranges

Valencias

"King of the juice oranges" and the most important for flavor to the juice industry. Best uses are for juice and salads, though many like eating them so much they don't mind a little challenge in peeling. "Fresh Squeezed" it is a palate pleaser anytime. (Seedless)

 

Many of our customers buy fruit in quantity, then repackage it in smaller portions, which they use as gifts.

Others simply put a bow on the carton for an impressive gift that is always appreciated by friends, family, clients, or customers.

Citrus Hotline

We only sell the best quality citrus fruits. We'll patiently await the peaks of the next growing season before we resume our citrus sales.  Our community service, however, continues throughout the entire year.

Citrus sales for the Fall 2008 to Winter 2009 growing season will be posted here in October 2008.  Please log back then !

Order and Pickup Information

Fruit pickup is a very popular event among those who know the best parts of Jenkintown life.

We ONLY sell the freshest fruit, picked in season and shipped to us overnight for healthful freshness, and incredible flavor.

Please order before noon on:

Pick up  fruit on Saturday, 

 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM on:

Citrus Fruits available on that date will be:

November 10, 2007  November 18, 2007 Navel Oranges and Pink Grapefruit

December 8, 2007

December 15, 2007

Navel Oranges and Pink Grapefruit

January 19, 2008

January 26, 2008

Honey Bell Oranges, Navel Oranges and Pink Grapefruit

February 16, 2008 February 23, 2008 to be announced (information never provided)
March 15, 2008 March 22, 2008 to be announced
(information never provided)

Pricing Information

Citrus fruit is hand packed in cartons containing 4/5 of a bushel of fruit.  Each box contains fruits of approximately the same size. The number of fruits per box varies with the size.

Typically, there are approximately 40 to 44 oranges per carton and 30 to 36 grapefruits per carton.  Half sized cartons with 2/5 of a bushel of fruit are also available.

Most people order a larger carton and then use extra fruit as a special gift for friends, family, or business colleagues.  Everyone appreciates a thoughtful gift of healthful, delicious citrus fruits.
Fruit Carton Size (bushels) Price
Pink Grapefruit 4/5 Carton

$30.00

Pink Grapefruit 2/5 Carton

$17.00

Navel Oranges 4/5 Carton $29.00
Navel Oranges 2/5 Carton $17.00
Honey Bell Oranges 2/5 Bushel in Extra Large Carton

These special oranges are so big & juicy that they just don't fit into a standard size carton !

$23.00

 (only available in January)

Please note that due to weather factors beyond our control, both the types of fruit available and these discounted prices are subject to change without prior notice.  For exact pricing or further information during the Citrus Season  call our Citrus Hotline at:   (215) 784-9699

Fruit will be available for pick up at :

Bryner Chevrolet

140 Old York Road

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

(located in Jenkintown directly on Old York Road, just north of the intersection with Township Line Road )

There is no fresher premium citrus fruit available than the citrus fruit you can buy from the Rotary Club of Jenkintown !

Not only do we offer the best, gourmet quality citrus fruit in the region, but our prices are the lower than those of any other business or organization in Jenkintown.

 

Our very special, gourmet quality, citrus fruit is available to the general public during the Fall and Winter months when superior quality, native grown citrus fruit is in season.  We buy in bulk direct from the grower, but sell to the public considerably below retail prices.  All receipts from citrus sales are donated in full to charitable organizations screened and selected by the club.  For information on order dates, pickup dates, pricing, and varieties available please click hyperlink: Gourmet Citrus Fruit Order & Purchase Information

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