Crowdfunding effort launched to save Necco

BOSTON — There’s a major effort underway to save Necco wafers.

The former president and CEO of the company started a GoFundMe campaign to keep the company alive.

He said if he can raise close to $20 million through crowdfunding, he will work with a team to donate an additional $5-$10 million.

He said $30 million is the amount he needs to properly save the company.

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